12-Year-Old Admits to Riot Charges as Mom Misses Court for Ibiza Holiday; Judge Shocked

September 3, 2024
12-Year-Old Admits to Riot Charges as Mom Misses Court for Ibiza Holiday; Judge Shocked
  • Violence erupted in multiple towns following the tragic killing of three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport on July 29.

  • In the aftermath of the riots, a 12-year-old boy admitted to two counts of violent disorder related to the disturbances, which included throwing a missile at a police van and vandalizing a vape shop.

  • The boy was due for sentencing in Manchester, but his mother missed the court appearance due to a holiday in Ibiza, prompting the judge to summon her to explain her absence.

  • District Judge Joanne Hirst expressed astonishment at the mother's decision to vacation just before her son's court date, emphasizing the importance of her presence.

  • Judge Hirst adjourned the boy's sentencing to September 11, highlighting the necessity of the mother's involvement in his life during this critical time.

  • The judge criticized the mother's choice to leave her son before his court hearing, stating that it worsened the situation.

  • Hirst emphasized that boys like the young offender need their mothers in their lives, especially during such serious circumstances.

  • The boy's uncle attended the court in place of his mother, who is expected to return from her holiday shortly.

  • The boy, who is terrified of going to prison, was accompanied by his mother, who is undergoing cancer treatment.

  • Judge Hirst warned the teenager that he narrowly avoided custody and emphasized the opportunity for rehabilitation with a 12-month supervision and curfew order.

  • In a separate case, a 16-year-old boy received a referral order instead of jail time for throwing a bottle at a police horse during the riots.

  • The 16-year-old expressed remorse for his actions, attributing them to the adrenaline of the chaotic situation.

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