From burning bins to building bridges: how restorative justice helped one woman after Southport riots

Stacey Vint was a long-time addict when she was arrested in Middlesbrough, now she speaks publicly about her experience The footage spread quickly. A woman falling flat on her face while pushing a burning wheelie bin towards a line of police officers during far right riots in Middlesbrough after the Southport attack. Within hours, the clip had been shared widely online, replayed across news bulletins and turned into memes. Among those watching was a retired primary school teacher. “I recognised her straight away,” said Satti Collins. “I just couldn’t believe it.” Continue reading...

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