Teenager charged with violent disorder and burglary in Southport

We can confirm that a 16-year-old boy from Southport has been charged with violent disorder and burglary.

The teenager, who can’t be named for legal reasons, was arrested in connection with the appalling scenes in Southport on Tuesday 30 July.

It's alleged he was part of a large group of people who threw missiles at officers and broke into a nearby shop, causing damage to the premises.

He was charged today, Friday 27 September, and has been bailed to appear at Merseyside Youth Court on Tuesday 15 October.

The total number of people arrested for disorder in Merseyside stands at 116, with 78 charged and 56 sentenced to a combined 119 years and 4 months.

We would encourage anyone with information to contact us via Public Portal (mipp.police.uk) or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Our latest gallery of images of people we are looking to speak to can be found here: Images released of 67 people who we believe could have information about disorder in Merseyside | Merseyside Police