Gary Armstrong

Dr Gary Armstrong is a Senior Lecturer in Criminology at City St George's, University of London, where he has worked since 2018. His academic career spans institutions such as Brunel University, University of Westminster, and University of Reading, focusing on the Sociology of Sport and Criminology.

• Research Focus: Surveillance societies, football cultures, post-conflict reconstruction via sports, policing, and urban housing dynamics.
• Notable Projects: Long-term studies on football's role in Liberian post-conflict recovery, Bosnian-Herzegovinian social cohesion, and Maltese political narratives.

His publications intersect criminological theory with sports sociology, analyzing phenomena like Italian football UltraS, Olympic security, and Sheffield boxing history. While no explicit scientific awards are mentioned, his prolific output in edited volumes and co-authored works underscores his expertise. Current research addresses youth violence and County Lines drug networks.