Nearly 400 jailed following summer’s violent disorder
Latest data from the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) shows almost 400 people who took part in violent disorder during the summer have already been jailed.
The MoJ says “rapid action taken across the justice system by police, prosecutors and those working in courts” has resulted in 388 people being jailed to date – nearly half (47.5 per cent) of all those who have appeared in court so far.
“In total, over 800 people who took part in violent thuggery have now had an initial court hearing as part of a collective effort across criminal justice agencies to keep communities safe and free from further violence and punish those who took part in the mindless disorder,” said the MoJ. “Of these, almost 500 cases have been completed.”
Data shows that between July 30 and October 3:
- 819 defendants have been received by the courts in connection with the public disorder;
- 817 have already had their first hearing;
- 477 have been sentenced;
- 388 people have been sent to immediate custody; and
- 324 cases are still in progress.
Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, said: “The mindless minority who took part in the disgraceful scenes we witnessed this summer were warned they would feel the full force of the law.
“This data shows that many have already seen the inside of a prison cell and many more face the prospect in future.
“I would like to pay tribute to the dedicated professionals across the criminal justice system who have worked tirelessly to deliver swift justice.”