Another person arrested in connection to Bristol riot

The riot followed a Kill The Bill protest in the city back in March

Author: Sophie SquiresPublished 15th Aug 2021

A teenager has been arrested in connection to the riot in Bristol back in March.

Police took the teenager into custody on Thursday (12 August) on suspicion of violent disorder. He has since been released under investigation.

A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said:

"On Thursday, 12 August, we arrested a 19-year-old man as part of our investigation into the riot in Bristol on 21 March.

"He was arrested on suspicion of violent disorder and has since been released under investigation while further enquiries take place.

"He is the 78th person to be arrested in connection with the inquiry. A 14-year-old boy has also attended a voluntary interview."

The riot followed a Kill The Bill protest in the city back in March. Since then, five people have been jailed for their involvement.

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