Man in court accused of assaulting emergency worker

Four police officers in riot gear, including yellow hi-vis vests and helmets, at the rear of a police van. One holds a round riot shield
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Police officers in Hull city centre on 3 August

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A man is due to appear before Hull Crown Court charged with assaulting an emergency worker.

Connor Whiteley, 26, of Spring Bank, appeared before Hull Magistrates Court on Saturday accused of violent disorder and assault by beating of an emergency worker.

He was remanded into custody and will appear at the crown court on Wednesday.

Trouble broke out in Hull city centre on 3 August, following a demonstration involving anti-immigration protesters.

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