Teen Jailed for Rock-throwing at Darlington Cop

Cole Stewart, an 18-year-old, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for his involvement in riots in Darlington, which erupted following the Southport stabbings. On August 5, Stewart was part of a group of approximately 30 individuals who gathered outside a mosque, where they chanted racist and far-right slogans. During the unrest, Stewart threw a rock that struck a police officer, prompting him to celebrate the act before being apprehended by law enforcement. In a separate case, a young offender, whose identity is protected for legal reasons, faced charges of violent disorder after participating in two incidents of unrest in Manchester. This youth was involved in a gathering outside a Holiday Inn on July 31, where asylum seekers were housed. The court heard that the individual obstructed a bus and attacked it as it passed by, leading to a stern warning from the judge about the severity of their actions. Additionally, Thomas Rogers, 22, received a 26-month sentence for violent disorder and possession of an offensive weapon during a large protest in Middlesbrough on August 4. The protest, which attracted around 1,000 participants, escalated into violence. Prosecutors revealed that Rogers was seen throwing bricks at police and expressed a willingness to repeat his actions, highlighting the intense emotions surrounding the events in Southport. These cases reflect a growing concern over public disorder and the consequences of violent protests in the region.