Teen who launched missiles at police in Bonfire Night riot locked up

Finlay Burns has been sentenced to 16 months for his involvement in rioting in Edinburgh

A teenager has been locked up for his part in Bonfire Nights riots in Edinburgh two years ago.

Finlay Burns admitted throwing fireworks at emergency service vehicles and handing out explosives to younger members of the gang.

Police say they hope the sentence will send a “clear message” that such behaviour will not be tolerated.

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