Four individuals have been charged with attempted murder following violence that erupted during the Arsenal victory parade earlier this summer. The arrests are part of a larger investigation into incidents that marred the event, which saw an estimated one million fans line the streets of north London.
In total, 29 arrests have been made in connection with the celebrations. Among the latest charges, two teenagers and two men face attempted murder charges. Additionally, eight other individuals have been charged with offenses including grievous bodily harm, sexual assault, and assault on an emergency worker.
The Metropolitan Police are continuing to seek the public's assistance in identifying further suspects. New images of nine people the police wish to speak to regarding alleged offenses on the day of the parade have been released. These incidents include a racially aggravated assault against a woman on Upper Street around 2:30 p.m., damage to a car on Caledonian Road at approximately 3:15 p.m., and a reported assault on Highbury Crescent around 4:30 p.m.
Earlier, officers responded to reports of an assault at the King's Head Pub on Upper Street at 10:31 p.m., where two men sustained serious injuries. Police stated these incidents are not connected.
Detective Chief Inspector Phil Coster of the Metropolitan Police Service commented on the day's events, stating, "These incidents occurred on a day when fans should have been able to enjoy celebrations safely with family and friends. Instead, we saw a small number of individuals engage in behaviour that put others at risk." He added that while over 500 officers were deployed and the majority of supporters enjoyed the event safely, instances of disorder and violence did occur.
The parade was held to celebrate Arsenal winning the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years. Footage from the day showed some individuals climbing on a police van, with others throwing objects. The London Fire Brigade also issued warnings about fans climbing on rooftops, with crews rescuing 75 individuals who became stranded.
The day after the parade, the Met Police confirmed six people had been stabbed. Two officers sustained injuries, one with a slash wound to the hand and another hit on the head by a thrown object. Four police vans in Islington also sustained damage.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the police by calling 101 and quoting reference 7135/25Jul, or to contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.