Politics latest: Henry Nowak protesters hurl bottles and bricks at police in violent clashes
Protests erupted in Southampton following the murder of Henry Nowak, resulting in violent clashes between demonstrators and police. Protesters hurled missiles, including bottles and bricks, at officers, leading to two arrests. The Prime Minister has called for a full investigation into the police's handling of the situation amid accusations of racism.
- ▪Protesters clashed with police in Southampton over the murder of Henry Nowak.
- ▪Hundreds gathered outside Southampton Central Police Station, where violence broke out.
- ▪Two people have been arrested, and the Home Secretary condemned the violence as 'completely unacceptable'.
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