Two men who kicked and punched security guard during Blackpool riots jailed

Two men have been jailed for their part in the disorder in Blackpool.

Daniel Stewart was seen covering his face and wrapping an England flag around his shoulders before abusing police on Saturday, August 3.

The 28-year-old swore and pushed officers, threw a can at a police horse and assaulted a security guard in HoundsHill Shopping Centre.

He was arrested and later charged with violent disorder and assault by beating on August 11.

Andrew Hook also participated in the disorder in the resort that day, kicking a security guard and punching them in the head.

He was arrested and later charged with violent disorder and assault occasioning actual bodily harm on August 12.

Stewart, 28, of Ashton Road, Blackpool was sentenced to 27 months at Preston Crown Court.

Hook, 32, of Coronation Street, Blackpool was sentenced to 27 months at the same court.

Blackpool Gazette