Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:58pm on 03 Aug 2024,Saturday International
Sky News has identified a Telegram user involved in selling fireworks and flares and sharing maps of local mosques in connection with planned riots in Southport. The user, linked to a promotional channel previously advertising cannabis, joined a group urging people to protest and provided details on transporting individuals to Southport. Despite denying any involvement in inciting violence, Joe Banlin, linked to the account, faces scrutiny over his activities. This revelation comes amid rising tensions following recent mass stabbings in Southport.
