Four people have been arrested following the serious disorder this afternoon in Salford police have confirmed tonight
A 16-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of theft and public order, before a man in his 30s was detained on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly and possession of Class A drugs.
Two men aged 18 and 19 have been arrested on suspicion of possession of a bladed article.
A 16-year-old female – who cannot be named for legal reasons – has been charged with assaulting an emergency worker and has been bailed to appear at court at a future date.
Between fifty and sixty people gathered on Lower Broughton Road who were using cars and wheelie bins to block off the road.
A vehicle was set alight and police were attacked during the disturbance
Superintendent Marcus Noden said: “I wanted to provide a further update into the disorder in Salford this afternoon, I would like to stress that there have been no further incidents since our last update.
“We have robust plans in place should any further incidents arise in the area, and we will take action like we did earlier on in the day, should we need to.
“A dispersal order remains in place in Salford until 2pm tomorrow afternoon (Thursday 12 June 2025) and anyone who does not abide by the law, will be dealt with.”
