I regret taking my 11-year-old to a riot following Southport attack, says stepmum
Published: 8/4/2025

Amy Hodgkinson-Hedgecox expresses regret for taking her son to a riot following a Southport attack in 2023. She was convicted of violent disorder and now wears an electronic tag as part of her sentence. Despite her remorse, she acknowledges the misinformation and social media influence that fueled the riot, emphasizing the importance of not blindly believing everything online. Hodgkinson-Hedgecox and others convicted for their involvement in the riots share their experiences and reflections on the events, shedding light on the impact of misinformation and impulsive actions.