Police apprehended 72 individuals for backing Palestine Action during a demonstration where four people are facing sentencing for a break-in at a British defense company with ties to Israel. Samuel Corner, Charlotte Head, Leona Kamio, and Fatema Rajwani were responsible for causing approximately £1 million in damages to the Elbit Systems UK facility in Bristol on August 6, 2024.
After a recent retrial, the group was convicted of criminal damage and may face imprisonment at Woolwich Crown Court today. A crowd of about 500 supporters has gathered outside the court in solidarity. The Metropolitan Police confirmed the arrest of 72 individuals for supporting Palestine Action, all of whom are now in police custody.
Palestine Action was designated as a terrorist group by the government in July last year, but a ruling by the High Court in February this year deemed the designation invalid. Several protesters were taken into custody, including a man displaying support for Palestine Action, who was escorted into a police vehicle.
Numerous demonstrators held signs stating, “Saving lives is not terrorism, I support Palestine Action.” This breaking news story can be followed for updates by clicking the provided link or by joining The Mirror’s WhatsApp Community, and following on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Threads.
