The Metropolitan Police is seeking the public’s help in identifying 20 men who participated in a counter-protest on Saturday, 11 November. Throughout the day, central London experienced several incidents of violent disorder, including in the vicinity of Whitehall. Detectives are currently investigating a range of offences related to these incidents, including inciting racial hatred, racially aggravated public order offences, and assault on police officers.
Commander Kyle Gordon emphasised that public order policing does not end when an event concludes. Since Remembrance weekend, the police teams have been tirelessly working to identify individuals involved in any criminal activity that occurred on that day. They have carefully reviewed hours of CCTV footage and are continuously examining evidence to aid their inquiries.
The Metropolitan Police is now urging the public to assist in locating these 20 men, who are sought for questioning in connection with multiple offences. As is often the case with public order events, it is likely that some individuals may have travelled from outside of London. Therefore, law enforcement is calling on people across the country to carefully examine the images of the individuals released and come forward if they recognise anyone.
On the day of the events, officers made a total of 145 arrests for various offences, including possession of weapons, criminal damage, public order offences, inciting racial hatred, and possession of drugs.
Anyone with information is requested to contact the police by calling 0208 246 9386 and quoting Operation Brocks. Alternatively, individuals can tweet @MetCC. For those wishing to remain anonymous, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be reached at 0800 555 111.
