Man admits disorder at hotel riot

Ricky Hardman appeared in court on Friday afternoon

A father has pleaded guilty to violent disorder following large-scale violence in Rotherham.

Ricky Hardman admitted his involvement in the rioting at the Holiday Inn Express in Manvers on Sunday at Sheffield Magistrates' Court earlier today.

The 41-year-old, of Norfolk Road in Barnsley, waved to his family in the public gallery after being told he would be remanded in custody before his sentencing on 12 August.

So far, 13 people have appeared in court charged with various offences relating to the disturbance at the hotel.

Trouble flared at the Holiday Inn Express near Manvers, Rotherham, on Sunday

Windows were smashed at the Holiday Inn, which was believed to have been housing up to 200 asylum seekers.

More than 50 police officers were injured when items, including bricks and bottles, were thrown towards them.

Joseph Iggo, of Harley Brook Road, Sheffield, also appeared at Sheffield Magistrates' Court on Friday.

The 20-year-old pleaded not guilty to a charge of violent disorder.

He was remanded into custody ahead of a hearing at the city's Crown court on 20 August.

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