Arrest made after bricks thrown and fireworks launched at homes in Halifax
Police were called to a gathering of a large group of people on Ovenden Green last night
Police have made one arrest after being called to disorder last night in Halifax, during which bricks were thrown and fireworks were launched at homes.
West Yorkshire Police were first alerted to a large gathering on Ovenden Green at 8:30pm, with a large number of people, bikes and cars in the area.
Some of the vehicles were reportedly being driven at speed.
Extra officers were deployed, with the gathering being dispersed by around 11pm.
A man was arrested after being found in possession of a taser.
Chief Inspector May Preston, of Calderdale District Police said:
“We are continuing to investigate what took place yesterday evening. I can understand the concern felt by those locally on what took place and the damage this has caused.
“Thankfully, we have not been made aware of anyone seriously injured last night, including officers in attendance, but our enquiries are very much ongoing today.
“Anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated here in Calderdale, and I want to reassure those in the local community, that we will working to identify all those responsible.”
Halifax Neighbourhood Policing Team Inspector, James Graham, added:
“We will be out in the community over the coming days on reassurance patrols and can be spoken to regarding any concerns or information residents may have.
“I want to thank all those who have supported us by providing information to assist our enquiries so far and would encourage anyone with information, including video footage, that has not yet spoken to us, to do so either by calling 101 or online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/LiveChat, quoting reference 13250392163”