British police arrested two people in East Leicester, UK yesterday after a clash broke out between groups
London:
The High Commissioner of India in London today strongly condemns the violence perpetrated against the Indian community in Leicester, UK. In its statement, the High Commissioner of India strongly opposed the violence and vandalism of Hindu religious facilities in Leicester. “We have vigorously addressed this matter with UK authorities and have sought immediate action against those involved in these attacks. We urge the authorities to provide provide protection to those affected,” the statement from the High Commissioner of India said.
The High Commissioner of India has also urged the authorities to provide protection to those affected.
Press release: High Commission of India, London condemns violence in Leicester. @MIB_Indiapic.twitter.com/acrW3kHsTl
– India in UK (@HCI_London) September 19, 2022
So far, 15 people have been arrested in connection with the violence, Leicestershire Police said in a statement.
This follows various videos and reports that have been circulating on social media about organized gangs in Pakistan that have vandalized and terrorized Hindus in the UK city of Leicester. . There have been reports of clashes between Hindu and Muslim groups in the city since fans scuffled after the cricket match between India and Pakistan in the Asian Cup taking place in Dubai on the 28th. August.
Leicestershire Police said their operations in the east Leicester area affected by the turmoil continued to prevent any further unrest, with 15 people arrested.
“The impact of this disorder on our local community is unacceptable,” police said in a statement.
“We will not tolerate violence, disorder or intimidation in Leicester, and we continue to call for calm and dialogue. Our police operations and investigations continue to be rigorous and scale,” it said.
Our control activity in the East Leicester area continues. There are no further reports of disturbances. We would like to thank the local community for their support in reducing stress. Please report any issues by calling 101 or online via https://t.co/21NeszC2Pppic.twitter.com/akN7LVrLmx
– Leicestershire Police (@leicspolice) September 19, 2022
The force said several neighboring police forces, including the assembled police unit, had been deployed to control the matters. Dispersion, stop and seek powers are also used to restore calm.
“Officers became aware of groups of youths gathering on Sunday afternoon in the North Evington area of the city. Officers spoke to them and took steps, including placing a makeshift police line, to minimize harm and disturbance to the community,” police said.
