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Monday, 25 June, 2001, 13:30 GMT 14:30 UK
In pictures: Burnley riots
A weekend of inter-racial violence in Burnley reached its climax on Sunday night with more than 200 youths attacking shops, homes and vehicles.
Police block Colne Road as fire fighters tackle a blaze
Clashes lead to cars being overturned and set alight
Thin blue line: Police in full riot gear block off a street
Cars lie burned out while shop windows are boarded up
The Duke of York public house stands burned out
Residents count the cost
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