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Four plead guilty to violent disorder after protests over Henry Nowak's murder
The men admitted throwing bins and a chair at police after the murder sentencing of Henry Nowak sparked protests, prosecutors said.
- Four men admitted to charges of violent disorder at Southampton Magistrates' Court on Saturday, June 6, following protests over the death of Henry Nowak, and were remanded in custody to appear at Southampton Crown Court on Wednesday, June 10.
- Demonstrations were sparked by the release of body-worn video footage showing the 18-year-old Nowak handcuffed shortly before he died, prompting the Prime Minister to urge against using the case "to cause disturbances."
- Eleven Hampshire police officers and a police dog were injured during the Tuesday, June 2, unrest, as Prosecutor Robert Salame told the court that defendants used "large items including bins and chairs" as missiles.
- Separately, Kevin Reeves and Andrew Riddett entered no plea to violent disorder charges on Saturday and were remanded in custody to appear at Southampton Crown Court on Wednesday, June 10.
- Daniel Frost admitted to violent disorder and possession of an offensive weapon, while Connor Bishop, who has a history of violent offending, also admitted charges via his solicitor regarding the protest.
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Four more plead guilty to violent disorder after Southampton clashes
Four more men have pleaded guilty to violent disorder following clashes between police and protesters in Southampton earlier this week. Demonstrations were held following the conviction of Vickrum Digwa for the murder of Henry Nowak. The treatment of the 18-year-old student continues to trigger political rows, with Downing Street hitting out at those they say are “seeking to stir up division” after US Vice President JD Vance blamed the murder on…
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