Tommy Robinson guilty of harassment because this is not a vigilante world, jury told
Summary
Tommy Robinson is on trial accused of harassing two journalists by posting videos with threats after they wrote about his role in riots. The prosecution argued that Robinson acted like a bully and tried to intimidate the journalists, while the defense said Robinson feared for his safety. The case revolves around whether Robinson’s actions caused fear of violence.Key Facts
- Tommy Robinson is charged with two counts of harassment causing fear of violence toward journalists Andrew Young and Jacob Dirnhuber.
- Robinson posted videos claiming he had personal details of the journalists and warned them using “men’s rules.”
- The prosecution said Robinson’s actions were meant to pressure and intimidate the journalists, which required police involvement.
- Robinson said he was panicked after the journalists published information about his family and location.
- Robinson did not ask for the photos to be taken down but threatened the journalists instead.
- Police gave Robinson four threat-to-life warnings between 2018 and 2024.
- The defense argued Robinson’s actions showed restraint given his fear for his safety.
- An online video by another man made threatening remarks referencing Robinson during the time of the trial.
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