City Bonfire Night Incident Leads to Over 20 Arrests, Including a 14-Year-Old
On the night of November 5, police made more than 20 arrests following disturbances in Birmingham involving fireworks and violent behavior.
Details of the Disturbances
Fireworks were set off recklessly and aimed at both police officers and members of the public during Bonfire Night celebrations, continuing into the early hours of November 6. Groups of youths were seen roaming the area, some armed, with police officers being attacked.
Locations of the Incidents
- Dale End area
- Staniforth Street, between Aston Expressway and Bagot Street
Bagot Street is known as a fireworks hotspot with many student residences.
Arrests and Charges
A total of 21 individuals aged between 14 and 25 were arrested. Charges included violent disorder, assaulting a police officer, breach of the peace, and setting off fireworks in public.
Police confirmed: "The detainees remained in police custody for questioning."
Police Measures
A Section 60 order granting enhanced stop and search powers was active through the night, leading to multiple proactive arrests and the seizure of weapons and fireworks.
The West Midlands Police stated: "Multiple proactive arrests were made, along with the seizures of weapons and fireworks."
Author's summary: The Bonfire Night disturbances in Birmingham prompted a strong police response resulting in 21 arrests, including minors, for violent acts and illegal fireworks use.