Southport man who threw missiles at police jailed for 20 months

A man has been sentenced for his role in violent disorder in Southport after he was identified on CCTV footage throwing missiles at officers.

Harry Conway, aged 20, of Vivian Drive, in Birkdale, pleaded guilty to violent disorder and was sentenced yesterday, Tuesday 15 October, to one year and eight months in a Youth Offender Institution.

Footage shows Conway involved in the appalling scenes on Tuesday 30 July and at various points he throws missiles in the direction of officers and police carriers.

He made no attempt to conceal his identity as he stood at the forefront of the group, acting aggressively towards officers and throwing various objects.

Detective Chief Inspector Tony Roberts said: “The despicable actions of those involved that day left more than 50 officers injured and Conway was heavily involved in the disorder.

“Thanks to a team of officers who trawled many hours of CCTV and social media footage, Conway was identified as part of a large group who were throwing various missiles towards officers.

“We continue to identify more people who attended the disorder in Merseyside and we will not stop until we’ve put everyone we possibly can before the courts.”

We would encourage anyone with information to contact us via Public Portal Public Portal (mipp.police.uk) or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.