Iraqi Refugee Involved in Hanley Mosque Riots
An Iraqi refugee, Aso Hassan, who fled persecution in Iraq and settled in Stoke-on-Trent, has been imprisoned for throwing bricks during the Hanley riots.
Hassan was worshiping at a mosque on Town Road on August 3, 2024, when he noticed police cordons being set up outside. He then began wielding a broom handle and throwing rocks at police and far-right demonstrators.
Prosecutor David Bennett stated that Hassan played an "active role" in the disorder, participating from 1 pm until around 4 pm.
- Hassan approached the cordon at 1:40 pm and retrieved a broom from his car, waving it at opposing protesters.
- He collected bricks from the car park and threw them at police and opposing protesters on multiple occasions.
Author's summary: Iraqi refugee Aso Hassan jailed for Hanley riots.
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