Prime Minister Boris Johnson has condemned the violent mob attacks on police officers in Bristol on Friday evening, and pledged his “full support” for the police. “Last night saw disgraceful attacks against police officers in Bristol,” Johnson wrote on Twitter on Saturday morning. The police said officers came under attack when a protest against the government’s Police, Crime, Sentencing, and Courts bill on Friday afternoon turned violent in the evening. Police made 10 arrests in Bristol city centre during the incident. “Our officers should not have to face having bricks, bottles, and fireworks being thrown at them by a mob intent on violence and causing damage to property,” said Johnson, adding that, “The police and the city have my full support.” A little earlier, Home Secretary Priti Patel said she was “disgusted” by the disorder and violence. “I’m in no doubt the silent, law-abiding majority will be appalled by the …
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