Leanne Hodgson, 43, caught on camera pushing a bin at cops, pleads guilty to violent disorder
Bin-toting brawl sparks viral outrage
Leanne Hodgson, 43, from Holborn Road on Sunderland’s Hylton Lane Estate, has admitted to violent disorder after a dramatic clash with police went viral. Footage showed her shoving a large wheelie bin towards officers during recent unrest, grabbing attention on social media worldwide.
Police swoop and van vandalised after social media storm
The day after the incident, police arrested Hodgson at her home. The arrest hit the headlines and sparked fury online. In retaliation, her removal company’s van was daubed with the word “RATS”, adding insult to injury.
Prosecutor reveals crowd cheered on troublemaker
“There was a large crowd cheering and joining in. She was arrested at her home address,” said prosecutor John Garside.
Custody until sentencing
Hodgson remains in custody and is set for sentencing on September 2nd. The fallout continues as Sunderland residents react to the shocking scenes.
