Police in Middlesbrough have arrested 35 people during the violent disorder which has taken place today in the town.
Officers remain in the area dealing with some disorder, however the large numbers of violent crowds have now mostly dispersed.
Today’s events have resulted in significant damage to the Crown Court, the University and a number of properties in the Parliament Road area.
Cleveland Police has now arrested 55 people linked to violent disorder in Teesside.
In addition to the 35 arrests in Middlesbrough so far today, the number of those arrested in connection with the disorder in Hartlepool last Wednesday now stands at 20.
ACC David Felton, said:
“The level of violence we have seen today is staggering. We know the shocking scenes across Middlesbrough today will have caused alarm amongst communities.
“I want to reassure the people of Teesside that we will continue to identify those involved in these acts of violence and arrest them and put them before the courts.”
Officers remain in the area dealing with some disorder, however the large numbers of violent crowds have now mostly dispersed.
Today’s events have resulted in significant damage to the Crown Court, the University and a number of properties in the Parliament Road area.
Cleveland Police has now arrested 55 people linked to violent disorder in Teesside.
In addition to the 35 arrests in Middlesbrough so far today, the number of those arrested in connection with the disorder in Hartlepool last Wednesday now stands at 20.
ACC David Felton, said:
“The level of violence we have seen today is staggering. We know the shocking scenes across Middlesbrough today will have caused alarm amongst communities.
“I want to reassure the people of Teesside that we will continue to identify those involved in these acts of violence and arrest them and put them before the courts.”
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Durham Police statement:
Police are aware of reports circulating online of potential planned disorder in Durham City this evening (Tuesday, August 6).
There will be an increased police presence throughout the day, and a dispersal order for the city centre has been in place since noon.
Section 60 and 60AA powers have also been authorised, giving officers enhanced stop and search capabilities and authority to order the removal of face coverings intended to disguise or conceal a person’s appearance.
Police will do everything in their power to identify any individuals attending the city with the intent of causing disorder, and each will be dealt with robustly.
Chief Superintendent Dave Coxon, of Durham Constabulary, said: “While we will always support and facilitate the right to peaceful protest, violent disorder from people intent on harming our communities will not be tolerated.
“Our officers are committed to protecting the communities we serve, and advice has been given to residents and local businesses to reassure them of our support.
“Our advice to anyone considering engaging in disorder is not to attend.”
Police are aware of reports circulating online of potential planned disorder in Durham City this evening (Tuesday, August 6).
There will be an increased police presence throughout the day, and a dispersal order for the city centre has been in place since noon.
Section 60 and 60AA powers have also been authorised, giving officers enhanced stop and search capabilities and authority to order the removal of face coverings intended to disguise or conceal a person’s appearance.
Police will do everything in their power to identify any individuals attending the city with the intent of causing disorder, and each will be dealt with robustly.
Chief Superintendent Dave Coxon, of Durham Constabulary, said: “While we will always support and facilitate the right to peaceful protest, violent disorder from people intent on harming our communities will not be tolerated.
“Our officers are committed to protecting the communities we serve, and advice has been given to residents and local businesses to reassure them of our support.
“Our advice to anyone considering engaging in disorder is not to attend.”
Some buses in County Durham have been suspended:
"Tuesday 6th August .
Service 101 108 & 109 are unable to service Bishop Auckland and will be terminating at Toronto Lodge for the rest of today.
Police have closed off access to the buses due to the rising treat of unruly behaviour.
Apologies for the inconvenience but this situation is out of our control
Service 85 to and from Barnard Castle will terminate/start from The Aclet"
"Tuesday 6th August .
Service 101 108 & 109 are unable to service Bishop Auckland and will be terminating at Toronto Lodge for the rest of today.
Police have closed off access to the buses due to the rising treat of unruly behaviour.
Apologies for the inconvenience but this situation is out of our control
Service 85 to and from Barnard Castle will terminate/start from The Aclet"
There are currently no reports of any disorder at present. Updates will be posted when we have information. Refresh the page to see new updates.