Police have executed warrants and arrested 12 people following unrest in Sunderland yesterday evening (August 2).

Warrants were carried out in Sunderland city centre and an address in the Ford Estate area.

Two people were arrested, a woman, 43, on suspicion of violent disorder, and a man, 55, on suspicion of provoking violence.

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Others arrested include:

  • A woman aged 47, two men aged 47 and 41 and a male aged 16 arrested on suspicion of violent disorder
  • A 48-year-old man arrested on suspicion of provoking violence
  • Two men, aged 34 and 27 arrested on suspicion of burglary
  • Two men, aged 61 and 27, arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly
  • A man aged 31 arrested on suspicion of disorderly conduct

Police have confirmed majority of those arrested are from the Sunderland area.

They added more arrests are expected in the coming days with a full investigation underway to identify anyone else responsible for the appalling scenes on Friday evening.

Chief Superintendent Mark Hall, who is area commander for Sunderland, said: “Make no mistake, if you were involved last night expect to be met with the full force of the law.”

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A police spokesperson said: “Anyone who has any concerns following Friday evening’s events or information to assist identifying those responsible for the unacceptable behaviour, should send Northumbria Police a direct message on social media or use the live chat function on the Force’s website.

“Alternatively, if you are unable to contact us via these ways, call 101.

“Members of the public can also provide information and submit materials in connection with this investigation by visiting Northumbria Police’s dedicated Major Incident Public Portal online here."