23rd person jailed over Harehills rioting last year
The 46 year old has been handed a prison sentence - almost exactly a year since disorder in the Leeds suburb
A man has become the 23rd to be jailed over the rioting in Harehills, Leeds - almost exactly a year after it happened.
Police were pelted with missiles and a bus was set alight during a night of disorder between July 18 and 19 2024.
So far 23 people have been jailed including 46 year old Nawzad Hama, of Blencarn View.
He admitted to violent disorder and will servie two years behind bar.
77 arrests have been made over the disorder, with 38 being charges so far.
Chief Superintendent Steve Dodds, of West Yorkshire Police, said: “Twenty three people have now been convicted as part of the force’s ongoing and wide-ranging investigation into the disorder on 18 and 19 July, which caused significant distress to communities.
“This time last summer we pledged to residents that everything possible that could be done, would be, in order to bring persons involved to justice.
“Twelve months on I want to reiterate that pledge and reassure residents that our investigation very much remains ongoing.”
He added: “We have been and continue to speak extensively with partners and community contacts across Harehills about the positive change they want to see in communities.
“Much work remains ongoing as part of CommUnity Harehills to reduce crime and bring about improvements in the quality of life for residents in the area.”