Two charged after an alleged attack in Leicester city center which left a teenager with a fractured jaw

Two teenagers have been charged after an alleged attack in Leicester city centre. The incident left one person with a broken jaw.

The alleged attack took place on Saturday, January 13, during a “mass disorder” incident in Gallowtree Gate following a previously reported robbery. Several police officers were assaulted during the disturbance, but none were seriously injured.

However, a teenager was also allegedly assaulted and suffered a fractured jaw. In a statement, Leicestershire Police said today that they have now charged Zaid Elaoroussi and a 16-year-old boy, who cannot be named because of his age, in connection with the alleged assault.

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The two were charged with grievous bodily harm. Elaoroussi, 19, of Malt Mill Lane, Dudley, and the 16-year-old boy will appear at Leicester Magistrates’ Court on Friday (June 14).

Five arrests were made in connection with the disorder, all of whom were released on bail. A 24-hour dispersal order was also put in place across Gallowtree Gate following the incident.

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