Six arrested as rumoured disorder in Carlisle doesn't materialise
A dispersal order was put in place by police
Last updated 8th Aug 2024
Six people have been arrested as part of a police operation to protect people in Carlisle from disorder.
There'd been reports online of plans of disorder in the city centre last night, which didn't materialise.
A dispersal order was put in place for the city centre and surrounding areas until midnight by officers.
Some local businesses took the decision to board up their windows - one had the words 'We're all for peaceful protest' written on it.
Three men were arrested on suspicion of public order offences connected to the posting of content online which intended to stir up religious hatred.
They are:
A 41-year-old man from Carlisle, He was arrested in connection with the alleged posting online of content encouraging violence against police officers and promoting public disorder.
A 40-year-old man from Carlisle. He was arrested in connection with the alleged posting of hate-related content online.
A 31-year-old man from Maryport. He was also arrested in connection with the alleged posting of hate-related content online.
As officers carried out enquires throughout the city, they made a further two arrests.
An 18-year-old man, from Carlisle, was arrested on suspicion of possession of cannabis whilst a 33-year-old man from Sunderland was arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly.
These five men remain in custody.
A 16-year-old boy from Penrith was also arrested on suspicion of breach of a dispersal order.
Chief Superintendent Carl Patrick, Cumbria Constabulary, said:
“Our officers have been out across Carlisle today to keep our communities safe from potential planned disorder.
“Our proactive actions and the support of our communities have resulted in no significant disorder taking place.
“We took positive action into reports of online activity which attempted to incite violence and hatred. This sends a very clear message that we will not hesitate to act against those who post such content online.
“Criminality of any kind will not be tolerated in our county, and we will do all we can to ensure offenders are brought to justice. We are not complacent and will continue to carry out this proactive policing approach.”
It's as thousands of anti-racism demonstrators gathered in towns and cities across England after a week of riots.
Police were prepared for another night of unrest, but events were largely peaceful.