It comes after millionaire mum Bonnie Spofforth said she was 'mortified' to be accused of being the first to spread the false rumours.

The woman accused of being first to spread the fake rumours about the Southport killer which sparked nationwide riots has been arrested.

Racist riots spread across the country after misinformation spread on social media claiming the fatal stabbing was carried out by Ali Al-Shakati, believed to be a fictitious name, a Muslim aslyum seeker who was on an MI6 watchlist.

A 55-year-old woman from Chester has now been arrested on suspicion of publishing written material to stir up racial hatred, and false communication. She remains in police custody.

Chief Superintendent Alison Ross said: ‘We have all seen the violent disorder that has taken place across the UK over the past week, much of which has been fuelled by malicious and inaccurate communications online.

    • Optional
      16•1 month ago

      Mmm hmmm mm hmmm. Yes, but more . . . ehhh what’s the word. Malevolent.

      • @dogslayeggs
        6•1 month ago

        Kindly and callous both start with the correct sound…

          • Optional
            0•1 month ago

            No, that’s sexist. We don’t need that to rag on her. It’s clear we have enough material to move forward without that.