Four people have been charged after their part in disorder across Lancashire over the last week.
Two people from Blackpool, one from Great Eccleston and one from Thornton-Cleveleys appeared at Preston Magistrates' Court today (10 August).
One further person, a 21-year-old man from Blackpool, has been arrested on suspicion of violent disorder and remains in custody.
Adam O’Brien, 19, of Croasdale Walk, Blackpool, was charged with violent disorder and was remanded to appear at Preston Magistrates Court today (August 10).
A 17-year-old girl from Thornton Cleveleys, who cannot be named as she is under 18, has been charged with violent disorder and racially / religiously aggravated fear or provocation of violence by words or writing. She was remanded to appear at Preston Magistrates Court today.
Michael Dunham, 38, of York Drive, Great Eccleston, was charged with violent disorder and possession of a controlled drug – class B, cannabis. He was remanded to appear at Preston Magistrates Court today.
Shane Taffe Rhodes, 20, of Lindale Gardens, Blackpool, was charged with violent disorder, and was remanded to appear at Preston Magistrates Court today.
A 21-year-old man from Blackpool has been arrested on suspicion of violent disorder and remains in custody.
Det. Ch. Supt. Pauline Stables, of Lancashire Constabulary said: “We’re continuing to make arrests and charge people following disorder in some parts of the county last week. Our investigation is continuing, and more arrests will be made.
“Disorder is taken very seriously in Lancashire, and we will not tolerate it in our county.
“I want to send a message to you today: if you are responsible for these crimes, or if you are thinking of committing disorder in our county: we will find out, we will find you, and we will bring you to justice.
“To the members of our communities who are affected, thank you for your co-operation and understanding. The public’s safety is our main priority, and we will continue to police in a way that puts you at the heart of everything that we do.”
"We’re continuing to ask for information that can assist our enquiries. If you have any information, no matter how insignificant you may think it is, please contact us on 101 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111."
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