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First sentence for riot following Sunderland disorder

The first person to be convicted of riot, following the recent disorder across the UK, has been sentenced today at Newcastle Crown Court.

Ex-cricket coach, previously jailed for abuse of young boys, is sentenced again after more victims come forward

An ex-cricket coach previously jailed for multiple sex offences against young boys has been sentenced today at Newcastle Crown Court for offences against two further victims.

First riot conviction following Sunderland disorder

A Sunderland man has become the first person to be convicted of riot following the recent disorder across the UK.

Riot charge authorised for fourth person involved in Sunderland disorder

The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised a charge of riot against Ashley Mark Wilkinson, 35, in relation to the disorder that took place in Sunderland on 2 August this year.

Riot charges authorised for third person involved in Sunderland disorder

The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised a charge of riot against Brian Gilby, 29, in relation to the disorder that took place in Sunderland on 2 August this year.

Killer of teenager Holly Newton convicted of murder

A 17-year-old boy who stabbed schoolgirl Holly Newton to death outside of a pizza shop has been convicted of her murder.

First riot charge authorised for adult involved in disorder

First riot charge authorised following widespread disorder

Gale Gilchrist, Chief Crown Prosecutor for CPS North East, said: “Following a review of further evidence, the Crown Prosecution Service has today laid a charge of riot in relation to a 15-year-old boy, following disorder that took place in Sunderland on August 2.

UPDATED: Man jailed after intending to stir up religious hatred via TikTok

UPDATE: James Aspin pleaded guilty to distributing a recording intending to stir up religious hatred and was sentenced at Newcastle Crown Court on 18 November 2024 to a 20 month prison term.

The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised Northumbria Police to charge James Aspin, 34, with distributing a recording intending to stir up religious hatred, contrary to Section 29E of the Public Order Act 1986.

The charge relates to an alleged video published on TikTok on or before 8 August 2024.

Violent offenders jailed for Sunderland disorder

Four violent offenders, who each played a role in harmful disorder in Sunderland city centre, have been jailed at Newcastle Crown Court.

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