Ex-solder jailed for throwing planks of wood at police

An ex-soldier has been sentenced after being identified during a violent protest in Hartlepool. Joel Bishop, a former tank driver with the Royal Logistic Corps, was caught on video throwing stones and planks of wood at police. The 27-year-old was identified by his name, which was written on his T-shirt, and a distinctive tattoo. Watch more on Independent TV: The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Subscribe: Find us on social: TikTok / @independent Instagram / X (Twitter) / Facebook / Download the iOS & Android app: Sign up to our newsletters: Help to support truly independ