19.07.2024 10:50
A serious riot broke out in the city of Leeds, particularly in the Harehills area, in England yesterday evening. Fires were started in various parts of the city, a police vehicle was overturned, and a bus was set on fire during the incidents. The riot began when the police intervened in an incident, and community members tried to calm down the rioters. The Home Secretary condemned the events and stated that the full force of the law would be applied to those responsible.
In Leeds, England, especially in the Harehills area, the incidents that started last night spread to the city. Fires were started in various parts of the city, a police car was overturned, and a bus was set on fire.
The riot started when the police intervened in an incident between "care workers and some children". The police intervened late in the incidents and during this time, community members tried to calm down the rioters.
Local council member Mothin Ali pleaded with the rebels, saying "There are children there." The police and officials asked residents to stay at home, but the rioters continued to flock to the area.
The Minister of the Interior condemned the incidents and the police said that the "full weight of the law will be applied to those responsible." A member of parliament stated that the incidents were caused by "disrespect towards law enforcement officers."
Eyewitnesses described witnessing "violent" scenes, with people attacking police vehicles and setting various objects on fire. One witness said, "It was extraordinary. Rocks were being thrown, bottles were being thrown, and children wearing balaclavas were attacking with trash cans everywhere."
Harehills turned into a battlefield overnight. The police called for reinforcements and helicopters were sent to the area. However, there were criticisms that the police intervention was insufficient.
The police announced that all crimes will be investigated and the culprits will be punished. At the beginning of the incidents, care workers and children were taken to a safe place.