Four admit violent disorder after Henry Nowak Southampton protests

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6 Jun 2026 • 9:36 PM MYT
The Independent
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Four admit violent disorder after Henry Nowak Southampton protests

  • Four men have admitted charges of violent disorder after police were attacked during protests in Southampton.
  • The protests were in response to the death of student Henry Nowak and public criticism of how police handled the incident.
  • Eleven Hampshire police officers and a police dog were injured during the unrest on Tuesday.
  • Missiles, including wheelie bins and chairs, were thrown at officers during the protest.
  • The four men, along with two others who entered no plea, have been remanded in custody to appear at Southampton Crown Court.

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