A MAN from Newton-le-Willows has been arrested in connection with disorder in Southport last Tuesday (July 30).



Officers have arrested the 30-year-old man on suspicion of violent disorder.

He has been taken into custody to be interviewed.

He is the 13th suspect to be arrested in connection with the disorder in Southport, and the 39th following disorder in Merseyside in the past week.

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Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims said: “We have seen 11 people charged in connection with the disorder, with 10 remanded in custody, and there will be more to come.

“If you have information about people you believe were involved, please contact our social media desk on Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook 'Merseyside Police Contact Centre'."
 

  • People can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their online form at: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information.