A large mob lit a bonfire and threw flares in the street before hurling them at police
There were scenes of chaos in east Manchester on Tuesday night as police were pelted with fireworks by a huge group of youths in the street. A large mob of between 20 to 30 teenagers are understood to have built a 'barricade' on Vine Street, in Gorton , with wooden pallets and mattresses. They started an illegal bonfire before fireworks were launched towards police officers and passing cars in scenes of disorder. Tactical Aid Officers and fire crews descended on the scene at around 6pm.
It won't be tolerated': Warning to parents ahead of Bonfire Night and Halloween Pictures from the scene showed a number of police vans in attendance in attempt to bring the situation under control, disperse the crowds and put out the illegal bonfire. It is thought a number of innocent motorists were caught up in the crossfire as the flares were lit and thrown towards police vans on Tuesday night.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Homeowners issued Bonfire Night garden warning to keep 'smoky chaos contained'As November 5 fast approaches, homeowners may be planning for firework displays or bonfires in their own garden - but these can cause damage to your lawn
Read more »
Calls for 'proper deterrent' against Bonfire Night chaos after injuries in Glasgow last yearShadow justice secretary Liam Kerr spoke of 'hordes of yobs' terrorising neighbourhoods across Scotland and the 'mindless violence our brave emergency workers are being subjected to during firework season'.
Read more »
Footage shows huge Edinburgh blaze as Bonfire Night chaos hits capitalTonight police closed a road in the area after saying cars had come under attack from youths with fireworks.
Read more »
Bonfire Night chaos hits Pollokshields in Glasgow as emergency crews arrivePolice and fire crews are attending an incident on Harriet Street, where locals say the area is being terrorised with fireworks being set off by the dozen, including near windows and cars.
Read more »
Police attacked with fireworks, bricks and bottles as masked youths cause bonfire night chaos across EdinburghPolice officers in Edinburgh have been attacked with fireworks, bricks, and bottles amid Bonfire Night disorder spreading across parts of Scotland.
Read more »
Youths rampage during Bonfire Night chaos, as disorder breaks out across countryShocking scenes of disorder were witnessed in Edinburgh, where streets were locked down as youths hurled fireworks at cars, businesses, and emergency crews.
Read more »