Bodycam footage shows damage caused by boys in Dunkirk standoff

Video: Bodycam footage of the Dunkirk incident released by Notts Police

Two teenage boys have been locked up after a they hurled bricks at police officers during a rooftop standoff in Dunkirk, Nottingham.

The 16-year-olds, who cannot be named for legal reasons, were arrested after the 10-hour incident on Cloister Street which started at around 8am on Wednesday, April 5.

The road was closed at the junction of Abbey Street and a number of homes were evacuated until the boys were taken into custody later that day.

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Damage done to a car in the incident (Picture: Notts Police)

One of the boys, who pleaded guilty to burglary, theft, affray and criminal damage among other offences including driving offences, was sentenced to 28 months youth detention.

The other boy will serve 17 months after pleading guilty to handling stolen goods, affray and criminal damage.

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Damage in the road following the Dunkirk incident (Picture: Notts Police)

After the case, Notts Police released body cam footage from officers who dealt with the incident, showing dozens of bricks and tiles strewn across the street and on top of residents’ cars.

Chief Inspector Andy Goodall, who oversees the area, said: “This was a very demanding incident for our officers and our blue light colleagues but above all, the disruption to the community can’t be underestimated.

“The potential harm that the two boys posed was very high and the policing response on the day reflected that and was absolutely essential to make sure we kept people safe.

“I am pleased to say there were no serious injuries as a result of the events.”

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One of the youths throwing objects during the Dunkirk incident (Picture: Notts Police)

He added: “Due to two individuals’ reckless actions we now have a community who are living with extensively damaged cars and homes, along with having experienced some very traumatic events on their doorstep.

“Officers have been working with the local authority to make sure the people affected are properly supported.

“I would like to thank the community for their understanding on the day and their continued cooperation with us.

“I would also like to thank my officers for standing in harm’s way to protect those at risk.”

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