Youth admits killing during riots
A 17-year-old boy has admitted that he killed a pensioner during last summer's riots.
The teenager punched Richard Mannington Bowes, 68, knocking him to the ground where he banged his head.
He was taken from the scene near his home in Haven Green, Ealing, west London, but died in hospital.
The boy admitted manslaughter when he appeared at Inner London Crown Court.
Mr Mannington Bowes died on August 11, three days after being attacked while trying to put out a fire in a dustbin near his home.
He suffered brain damage when his head hit the pavement.
The defendant, who cannot currently be named because of his age, also pleaded guilty to violent disorder.
He had previously admitted burglary at William Hill, Tesco Express, Blockbusters and Fatboys Thai restaurant on August 8.
