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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Robyn Vinter and agency

Man jailed for six years after mob forced Romanians from car during Hull riot

Four members of the security forces stand in a row in Hull city centre
Security forces standing guard in Hull. Photograph: @FUNKY_NELLI/X/Reuters

A man who was part of a “baying mob” who forced three terrified Romanians from their car during a riot has been jailed for six years, as the number of people sentenced for their part in far-right disorder topped 100.

David Wilkinson, 48, previously pleaded guilty to violent disorder, attempted arson and racially aggravated criminal damage after playing a “prominent role” in the violence that gripped Hull on 3 August.

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