Rioter jailed for disorder

Derek Drummond, 58, has become the first person sentenced to prison for violent disorder related to nationwide riots following a fatal knife attack in Southport, receiving a three-year term at Liverpool Crown Court. Alongside him, Declan Geiran and Liam James Riley were sentenced to 30 months and 20 months respectively for their roles in the unrest. In a separate case, 18-year-old James Nelson was jailed for two months for causing criminal damage during riots in Bolton, marking him as the first individual imprisoned for far-right riot involvement. The unrest, primarily fueled by misinformation surrounding the Southport killings, has led to extensive violence and over 400 arrests across the UK. More suspects are expected to face charges, including those related to stirring up racial hatred. Prosecutors warn that these sentences are just the beginning of a broader crackdown on participants in the violent unrest.