Riots: Anthony Gristock admits Facebook incitement

Anthony Gristock Anthony Gristock has been told to expect a jail sentence

A man who created a group on Facebook during the riots in England last summer has pleaded guilty to inciting violent disorder.

Anthony Gristock appeared at Cardiff Crown Court on Monday.

The judge told him he is facing a substantial prison sentence for his actions.

The case was adjourned for pre-sentence reports, and Gristock was released on conditional bail until Friday, 17 August.

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