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First arrest over anti-migrant protests in Portsmouth - as police say anyone wearing masks could be detained
Police said the first arrest in the investigation follows violence, damaged vehicles and hours of footage being reviewed after the disorder.
- Hampshire Police arrested a 42-year-old from Paulsgrove on suspicion of violent disorder and assaulting a constable following unrest that broke out in Portsmouth on Sunday, September 6.
- Violence erupted near Eastney Marina following a small boat crossing the Channel, as a crowd of around 200 people gathered after an anti-migrant protest at the Port of Dover. The disorder involved vehicle damage and lasted until early Monday.
- Agencies including Border Force and the Coastguard supported officers at the scene, though some sustained injuries. Police are reviewing around 75 per cent of footage to identify offences, following reports that RNLI volunteers were targeted online.
- Assistant Chief Constable Tony Rowlinson said the arrest "is the first of several anticipated arrests," emphasizing that "events on Sunday evening were not peaceful protest, rather violent public disorder." Multiple prosecutions are expected.
- Rowlinson warned that police will "address any online threats that are made" and cautioned offenders face prosecution for disruption at future events. The investigation continues with the suspect in custody.
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The Independent (US)First person arrested over anti-migrant chaos in Portsmouth at weekend
The 42-year-old is the first of ‘several anticipated arrests’
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Portsmouth man arrested following 'disorder' at anti-migrant demonstration
Portsmouth man arrested following 'disorder' at anti-migrant demonstration . A man has become the first person to be arrested in connection with anti-migration protests in Portsmouth last weekend, Hampshire Police said
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