Lincolnshire Police say lawyers office which is the focus of a planned protest in Lincoln does not exist

Police say that the immigration lawyers office which is the focus of a planned protest in the county does not exist.

Lincolnshire Police have been forced to issue the clarification after false information has been spread over social media about a planned protest an Immigration Lawyer Services at The Carlton Centre in Lincoln - and say it is clear the people circulating this have not visited the area to check.

Earlier, the force’s police and crime commissioner, Marc Jones, said “plans are in place” for a protest planned in Lincoln while a counter protest by Stand Up to Racism has been organised at Carlton Mews tomorrow (Wednesday, August 7).

Violet riots have swept across the country in the days after three girls were killed in a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed event in Southport on Tuesday last week.

In a statement issued earlier, Lincolnshire Police have corrected the false information being circulated over social media.

It says: “We are aware of misinformation and speculation concerning a planned protest in Lincoln, at an Immigration Lawyer Services in the north of the City at The Carlton Centre.

“We confirm there is no such physical business at this location; we have checked. This is incorrect information, and it is clear whoever is circulating this information has not visited the area to check as well.

“The Carlton Centre is a place where local people go to shop and where your neighbours and friends live and work. You will be seeing officers in the area so please do speak to them with any concerns you may have. We understand that people will be concerned and our officers are there to help answer your questions and to help to keep people safe.”

Assistant Chief Constable Chris Davison has also issued a warning.

He said: “This has been a very difficult week for those communities that have been affected by violent disorder, and our colleagues in other forces.

“I want to be very clear that violence against anyone – members of the public and those who work in policing - is completely unacceptable.

“Our officers are out in the community talking to community leaders and partners. We are ready to respond swiftly to any reports of disorder in the county. We have specialist officers ready to deploy and our detectives will deal swiftly with anyone who is suspected of committing offences.

“Where necessary, we will also provide mutual aid to other forces affected by increased policing pressures.

“Our thoughts are with the communities who have been affected by this senseless violence, and those officers who have responded in difficult circumstances with bravery and professionalism.”