Violent kabaddi in UK

In recent legal developments, four individuals have been sentenced for their roles in violent disorder in Sunderland, with Andrew Smith and Bradley Makin receiving prison terms of over two years. The incidents were linked to mob violence fueled by online misinformation, prompting swift action from Northumbria Police and the Crown Prosecution Service. Concurrently, seven Indian-origin men were convicted for their involvement in a violent incident at a kabaddi tournament in Derby, where guns and machetes were used, resulting in multiple injuries. The court found that the violence had been pre-planned, with key evidence including drone footage and a loaded semi-automatic pistol linked to one defendant. Sentencing for the Derby convictions will take place at a later date, underscoring the serious implications of such violent disruptions on community safety. Both cases highlight the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in managing public safety during large gatherings.