Rioters after Southport attack largely racially motivated thugs', Met chief says

Sir Mark Rowley described the individuals involved in the recent violence in London as 'largely a bunch of racially motivated criminal thugs,' underscoring the alarming criminal backgrounds of those arrested.

The data showed that 62% of those arrested had a history of violent offences, highlighting a disturbing trend of recidivism among the violent offenders involved in the protests.

According to the Met document, one-third of the alleged offences committed during the riots involved violence, showcasing the severity of the unrest and the challenges faced by law enforcement.

Rowley emphasized that the individuals involved do not represent average citizens, highlighting the need for a more proactive approach to address racially motivated crime.

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