Cumbrian Police have confirmed the arrest of a white teenager in connection with a disturbing incident of racial abuse and assault captured on video in Carlisle.
The confirmation came through an official statement released on the police department’s handle on X on Saturday morning.
“We can confirm officers have arrested a teenage boy in relation to a report of a hate incident involving a boy being assaulted in Carlisle,” stated the police.
They acknowledged the circulation of images related to the incident online and expressed concern over community reactions.
The incident, which has sparked outrage, involved the continuous physical assault of a black school kid by the white teenager, who reportedly demanded the victim to kiss his boots.
Shockingly, surrounded by other white children who cheered on the attacker, the black school kid complied with the demand.
In response to the escalating situation, authorities urged the public to refrain from sharing the video further.
“As an arrest has been made, we would urge people not to share the video further so as not to impede any legal proceedings or to identify any of the children involved,” the police emphasized.
The police have also encouraged witnesses or anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist with the investigation.
They can contact the police at 101.
