Four arrested after violent disorder in Telford

The incident happened near the shops in Burford, Brookside, at around 2.30pm yesterday.

Police cars were seen arriving in convoy on sirens and blue lights before officers arrested three men, all aged 18, and a 31-year-old woman. The men were arrested on suspicion of violent disorder and assaulting a police officer, and the woman on suspicion of violent disorder. All three are from Telford and remain in custody.

Officers had to use force to get the situation under control, and police are now seeking witnesses to come forward after the incident was watched by people in the area.

Superintendent James Baker said: “This incident is unacceptable. My colleagues were on patrol, keeping the community safe – we do not come to work to be assaulted. This type of behaviour will not be tolerated in Telford and we will be increasing the number of uniformed patrols in the area.

“This was undoubtedly a very distressing incident for anyone who witnessed it and I am pleased we made four arrests, having gained control of the incident quickly.

“Our staff are committed to keeping the public safe and these events will not deter police from patrolling the area and continuing to their jobs. All our officers are dedicated to their roles and we will continue to engage with the communities we serve and be there when they are in need.”

Yesterday, Telford Police said: "Following an incident this evening on Burford, Brookside where there was violent disorder, there are now four people in custody.

"There were many members of the public who witnessed the incident and may have found it distressing.

"The Brookside Safer Neighbourhood Team would like to reassure residents that this behaviour is not acceptable and will not be tolerated.

"There will be an increase in patrols in the coming days. If anyone witnessed the incident and would like to provide any information, please call 101."

Inspector Sean Brennan added: "Four people are now in police custody following a violent disorder in Brookside earlier today where officers used force to restore order.

"Prosecutions will be sought where appropriate. Anyone who witnessed the incident and can provide information is urged to call us on 101."

"Important to have a sense of perspective about the incident in Brookside. 99.9% of the residents are good law abiding folk. We work on their behalf to pursue a tiny minority who cause the problems and we will not waiver."

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101 quoting incident 0311 of September 1 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111. Alternatively information can be passed through the online reporting function on West Mercia Police website under the section Tell Us About at westmercia.police.uk/