Man and Woman Sentenced in Connection with Middlesbrough Violent Disorder
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A man and woman have today (Friday 9 August 2024) been sentenced at Teesside Crown Court for their parts in large-scale violent disorder in Middlesbrough, which took place on Sunday 4th August.
Judge Laird sentenced a 21-year-old man to 18 months in prison and a 34-year-old woman to 20 months in prison.
Stacey Vint, 34, from Middlesbrough, was identified as being involved in the disorder in Middlesbrough town centre. She was part of a group who set alight a wheelie bin then pushed it into a police cordon. In the process of doing so, Stacey fell to the ground and was then arrested by officers.
21-year-old Charlie Bullock, from Middlesbrough, was identified as marching with others along Linthorpe Road in the town. He was arrested after pushing officers and throwing bricks at police officers on the cordon.
Cleveland Police Assistant Chief Constable David Felton said: “Police and the courts continue to work together to send a strong message to those involved in violent disorder on Teesside’s streets – you will be arrested and dealt with as swiftly as possible.
“We won’t tolerate our communities living in fear and our officers being faced with violence and assaults.”
So far there have been 43 people arrested on suspicion of offences relating to the disorder in Middlesbrough on Sunday 4th August.
Chris Atkinson, Senior District Crown Prosecutor at CPS North East, said: “The tough sentences handed out today should serve as a lesson for anyone considering taking part in unrest.
“What began as a peaceful demonstration quickly turned violent with bricks thrown at police, bins set on fire and damage caused to police vehicles, residential properties and public buildings.
“Each of these individuals played their own part in this unacceptable violence with no thought for the fear and disruption caused to the community.
“I would like to praise the work of Cleveland Police in dealing with this disorder and the members of the public who came forward to provide evidence against those involved.
“Working alongside the police, the Crown Prosecution Service stands ready to ensure those involved in disorder face the full force of the law.”
*** Stacey Vint ***
*** Charlie Bullock ***