Man jailed for throwing missiles at police during riot in the city centre

A dad who pelted missiles and pushed a picnic table towards police during a city centre riot has been locked up.

- by Karon Kelly

Shane Amer joined the mass disorder that erupted in Sunderland and mirrored similar shocking scenes across the country last August.

Prosecutor Neil Pallister said Amer was "heavily involved" in the trouble and was seen repeatedly attacking the police with objects.

Amer, 29, of Shrewsbury Terrace, Sunderland, admitted riot and has been jailed for three years and two months.

Mr Pallister told Newcastle Crown Court Amer's involvement was caught on CCTV and added: "He is seen throwing a missile at the police line outside The Yard building, then goes on to commit further acts of violence.

"He throws a missile at the police during an altercation outside an Aldi store.

"He throws numerous missiles at the police during an altercation outside The Yard building.