Brothers Charged After Assault on Police at Manchester Airport

Brothers Mohammed Amaaz, 20, and Muhammed Amaad, 25, have been charged with multiple offenses related to an altercation with police at Manchester Airport in July 2024, where they allegedly assaulted officers during a disturbance. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) announced that the brothers will face charges including causing actual bodily harm and assaulting an emergency worker, and are scheduled to appear in court on January 16, 2025. No police officers will face charges despite initial public outcry and protests following footage that appeared to show an officer kicking Amaaz while he was restrained, which prompted an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC). The CPS concluded that there was insufficient evidence to charge any officers involved, leading to the reinstatement of one officer who had been suspended. The incident has drawn significant public interest, with additional footage revealing police were attacked first, contradicting earlier narratives. The CPS emphasized their decision was based on a thorough review of evidence, including video footage and witness statements.