A 15-year-old boy has become the first person charged with riot in the UK after violent disorder, potentially facing a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.
Northumbria Police stated that if individuals are linked to further criminality, they will face the most serious charges possible, highlighting a crackdown on rioters.
Assistant Chief Constable Alastair Simpson emphasized that involvement in the violence would lead to serious legal repercussions for participants, regardless of age.
The defense lawyer expressed discomfort with the serious charges being brought against a minor, indicating a complexity in both legal and ethical perspectives.
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