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In 2011 in Tottenham Hale, London, 29 year-old Mark Duggan was shot dead by police in what many regarded as a summary execution with racial motive. This triggered nationwide outrage and rioting. There was looting, arson, robbery, assault and murder. 16 members of the public were injured, as were 189 police officers and community support officers. Five people died from injuries. 2,815 homes and businesses were attacked, many of which were completely destroyed. There were more than 3,000 arrests.