Thetford violence: More arrests over asylum seeker protests
- Further arrests have been made in Thetford following multiple nights of disorder targeting homes linked to asylum seekers.
- Officers faced significant aggression while responding to the incidents, with two police officers taken to hospital after being attacked.
- Norfolk Police defended their use of Pava spray as proportionate after criticism that a bystander in a mobility scooter was affected.
- Disturbances included smashed windows, attempted break-ins and missiles being thrown at police vehicles by crowds.
- Several suspects have been arrested or charged with offences including public order, inciting racial hatred and possession of an offensive weapon.
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