UK riots: Police swarm streets of Barnsley and arrest protesters in latest scenes of unrest as more demos are planned for tonight and university closes campus amid fears of further violence [Video]

11:05 EDT 08 Aug 2024, updated 12:07 EDT 08 Aug 2024

Protesters descended on Barnsley today amid chaotic scenes as a crowd shouted at dozens of police officers amid fears over further rioting across Britain.

Businesses locked their doors and staff worked from home in the South Yorkshire market town to avoid any potential violence ahead of a planned demonstration.

Detectives confirmed there three people were detained at the protest, including a 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon.

South Yorkshire Police also told MailOnline that a 43-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a banned breed and possession of a controlled drug; and a 42-year-old man was detained on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly.

It comes after shops were boarded up in many towns and cities over fears of further rioting after a week of violent disorder which started in Southport on July 30.

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