43 people arrested following violent disorder in Middlesbrough
Cars were set alight and missiles thrown at police during violence in the town on Sunday
43 people have been arrested following violent disorder in Middlesbrough.
It's after cars were set alight and missiles thrown at police during violence in the town on Sunday (4 August)
The unrest - which has been described as "staggering" - spread during a protest which started at the town's cenotaph.
Cleveland Police said on Sunday evening "violent crowds" had mostly dispersed, but officers were still in the area dealing with some disorder.
Police have confirmed the unrest has resulted in significant damage to the Crown Court, the University and a number of properties in the Parliament Road area.
Cleveland Police has now arrested 55 people linked to violent disorder in Teesside.
ACC David Felton, said:
“The level of violence we have seen is staggering. We know the shocking scenes across Middlesbrough today will have caused alarm amongst communities.
“I want to reassure the people of Teesside that we will continue to identify those involved in these acts of violence and arrest them and put them before the courts.”
Latest update from PCC Matt Storey on violent disorder in Middlesbrough
"The violence and criminality in Middlesbrough today has been appalling and we will not tolerate it.
"Cleveland Police has again been outstanding in its response to the violent disorder, with our dedicated officers putting themselves in harm's way to protect the public and apprehend those responsible for this mindless behaviour.
"These people do not represent Middlesbrough. They are thugs who are intent on causing violent disorder, harm and fear in our communities.
"Their message of hate and division will fail. Now, more than ever we will come together across Cleveland to unite in a spirit of solidarity and togetherness.
"Our diversity is our strength and we will prevail."