Large group of black-clad men seen marching through Sheffield neighbourhood - bearing the Union Flag
The gathering was one of many taking place across the country this morning - understood to have been organised by the Patriot Platform
A large group of black-clad men with face coverings marched through Darnall in Sheffield this morning - bearing the Union Flag and a large white banner.
Sources suggest the demonstration - which began on Catley Road around 5.30am - was targeting a coach company which campaigners believe has transported migrants arriving in the UK.
The gathering was one of many taking place across the country this morning - understood to have been organised by the Patriot Platform.
Writing on the white banner shown in footage bears the names of several transport firms, including Sheffield’s Linburg Coach Travel - which has a depot in Darnall.
A police spokesperson said “the event largely passed without incident”. However the force confirmed a road had been daubed with graffiti.
The spokesperson said: “At 5.30am we received reports of a gathering of people on Catley Road, in Sheffield. Officers attended and the group dispersed at around 8.40am.
“After the group dispersed we received a report of criminal damage. It is reported the road was graffitied. This is in the process of being removed.
“Officers have increased patrols in Darnall following a large gathering of people this morning (Sunday).
Neighbourhoods Inspector Andrew Rimmer said: "We understand that this gathering will have caused concern within the local community.
"This was a contained incident involving a nationally coordinated gathering in front of a locked compound and there is no intelligence to suggest there is any wider risk to the local community.
"Officers continue to monitor the location, with additional patrols put in place to provide the local community with reassurance.
"If you see our officers around today, then we encourage you to stop and speak to them about any concerns you may have – they are there to help and support you."