The Met Police chief has joined his officers in early morning raids and on Wednesday evening which has seen ten more suspected rioters arrested.
Homes in south London were raided and ten suspects wee arrested for their “thuggish and violent behaviour” who “will spend years in prison.”
Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said in a statement, “Our work to protect London and bring those responsible for recent disorder to justice continues.
“Last night more than one thousand officers were deployed across the capital ready to respond to any scenes of disorder. Their efforts and the strength of unity demonstrated by London’s communities resulted in a largely peaceful evening.
“Over the last week dozens of officers have continued to investigate the violent disorder which broke out in Whitehall last Wednesday. They scoured thousands of hours of footage from body worn video, CCTV, and social media to identify those responsible for fuelling and committing the thuggish and violent behaviour we saw.
“Their efforts have resulted in a series of crucial arrests last night and in the early hours of this morning.
“What I want to make really clear is those we’ve arrested aren’t protestors, patriots or decent citizens. They’re thugs and criminals. Around 70% have previous convictions for weapon possession, violence, drugs and other serious offences. Some have football banning orders. These are violent people taking to the streets under the guise of protest to engage in disorder.
“We’ve been really clear we won’t tolerate hate or intimidation. Ordinary Londoners have a right to live their lives without being in fear. Our message is clear – anyone thinking of causing disorder and disruption will be found and will be brought to justice.
”I expect many if not all of those arrested over the past 24 hours will be charged, will go to court and will spend years in prison.”
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