City Bonfire Night trouble sees more than 20 arrested including 14-year-old

City Bonfire Night Disturbances Lead to Over 20 Arrests, Including a 14-Year-Old

On the night of November 5, police in Birmingham faced attacks involving fireworks and violent behavior, resulting in more than 20 arrests. The disturbances occurred on Bonfire Night and continued into the early hours of the next day.

Details of the Incidents

Fireworks were set off dangerously and intentionally aimed at both police officers and the public. Youths were reported carrying weapons, while groups roamed aggressively in the area.

The main trouble spots included Dale End and Staniforth Street, which is near the Aston Expressway and Bagot Street, an area with many student residences.

Police Response and Charges

The West Midlands police confirmed 21 arrests, with the youngest detainee aged only 14. Charges ranged from violent disorder and assaulting officers to breach of the peace and discharging fireworks in public.

Those arrested, aged between 14 and 25, remained in custody for questioning.

Enhanced Police Powers

A Section 60 order was active during the night, granting police increased stop and search authority. This led to multiple proactive arrests and the confiscation of weapons and fireworks.

Police reported these measures resulted in "multiple proactive arrests being made, along with the seizures of weapons and fireworks."
Summary

The disturbances on Bonfire Night in Birmingham involved dangerous use of fireworks, armed youths, and attacks on officers, prompting strong police intervention and numerous arrests.

Witnesses described the scene as a “scary place to be” during the violent events.

Author's summary: The Bonfire Night unrest in Birmingham involved deliberate attacks on police and public safety, leading to over 20 arrests amid heightened security measures.

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Birmingham Live Birmingham Live — 2025-11-06

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