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Girl, 16, charged with assaulting police amid unrest

Girl, 16, charged with assaulting police amid unrest

Summary

A 16-year-old girl was charged with assaulting a police officer during a disturbance in Salford. The incident involved cars being set on fire, bricks thrown at police, and motorbikes ridden dangerously. Several individuals were arrested for various offenses.

Key Facts

  • A disturbance took place in Salford's Lower Broughton Road involving about 50 to 60 people.
  • A 16-year-old girl was charged with assaulting a police officer and will appear in court later.
  • Police arrested two men on suspicion of having a weapon, and two others for drugs and theft charges.
  • Cars were set on fire, and bricks were thrown at police officers during the unrest.
  • A video showed a car speeding in reverse on the road while another car followed.
  • Superintendent Marcus Noden confirmed the incident was not linked to immigration and stated that officers would remain in the area as a precaution.
  • A dispersal order, which allows police to break up groups causing trouble, is active until Thursday at 14:00 BST.
  • Arrests included a boy aged 16 for theft and public order offenses, and a man in his 30s for being drunk and drug possession.
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