Police release images of six men sought after violent disorder in Portsmouth
Summary
Police in Portsmouth released photos of six men they want to question after a violent incident that injured seven officers. The violence happened during a protest against asylum seekers arriving by boat, which turned into disorder with damage to official vehicles.Key Facts
- Around 200 people gathered at Eastney Marina after a boat carrying asylum seekers arrived.
- Seven police officers were injured during the disorder and treated at the scene.
- Vehicles belonging to the Coastguard and Border Force were damaged.
- Police reviewed hundreds of hours of video and released images of six men to help the investigation.
- Del Leon Somerville, 42, was charged with violent disorder and assaulting a police officer.
- A 16-year-old boy was arrested but released on bail.
- Anti-immigration activists returned to Portsmouth and faced counter-protests.
- Police are also investigating threats made online towards officers after the event.
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