POLICE have issued photos of 14 people they wish to speak to over incidents of violent disorder in Merseyside.

It follows incidents in Southport and Liverpool over the past week which have been widely condemned following reports of police being injured and damage being caused.

It is believed people from across the north west may have travelled to take part in planned protests which turned violent.

Now, Merseyside Police has issued photos of 14 people, with residents urged to contact the force if they recognise anyone.

Detective superintendent Paul Speight said: “It is vital that these people make themselves known as soon as possible, as we think they can assist our ongoing investigations.

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 “The communities of Southport and beyond were disgusted by the violence and damage caused last week and at the weekend.

 “We are still working our way through information, images and footage as it comes in, and we will continue to take action to arrest, charge and put before the courts anyone identified.

 “We have so far seen 42 people arrested, 15 charged and three jailed.

“There will be more in the coming days, and many people who are sitting comfortably will soon be getting a knock on their door.

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 “You will see in coming days that the courts will act as swiftly as possible to jail those people who bring violence, racism and hatred into our communities.

 “To anyone intent on coming to Merseyside in the future, I have the same message – we will find you, and we will put you before the courts.”

 If you recognise any of the people pictured, contact Merseyside Police with reference 24000663787 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.