A man has been jailed for his part in the disorder seen in Blackpool earlier this month.
Ethan Miles (pictured), 21, of Haig Road, Blackpool was sentenced to 30 months at Preston Crown Court.
On Saturday 3rd August, Miles threw objects including chairs, bottles, cans, and other objects into crowds of people including police officers. He removed the wing mirror of one of our police vehicles and threw the item at the police van, which had officers inside.
Miles was arrested on suspicion of, and later charged with violent disorder on 10th August 2024.
Assistant Chief Constable Karen Edwards, of Lancashire Constabulary said: “The behaviour that Ethan Miles showed that day was disgraceful, and I welcome the custodial sentence handed down on him today.
“He acted without care towards those around him, choosing to be violent and cause disorder in the town. His sentencing is the second of many that we expect to see over the coming weeks and months.
“Let this be a clear message to you: If you chose to commit disorder, and act violently in our communities, we will find you, and we will bring you to justice.
"Violent disorder is not, and never will be tolerated in Lancashire.”
If you have any information that can assist our enquiries, please get in contact on 101. Alternatively, you can report anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
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