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Far-Right Activist Admits Slashing Migrant Dinghy in Channel

Published 10h ago · Latest report 6h ago · Court ruling

Affects United Kingdom · Covered in 2 countries

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Far-right activist Daniel Thomas admitted in court to slashing a migrant dinghy in the Channel.

Far-right activist Daniel Thomas pleaded guilty to criminal damage after slashing an inflatable dinghy in the Channel with a knife. The 37-year-old changed his plea during a court appearance via video link from prison. The incident occurred while rescue services were assisting the occupants of the boat.

The pleaDaniel Thomas changed his previous position to plead guilty to a single charge of criminal damage.
The courtThe appearance took place via video link at Portsmouth crown court.
The backgroundThe activist gained widespread online attention after footage of the stunt circulated widely.

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UPIBritish anti-immigrant activist pleads guilty to slashing migrant boat6h ago · open ↗

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Why it matters

Incidents involving migrant crossings in the English Channel remain a focal point of intense political debate and security operations. Acts of hostility and criminal damage against vessels highlight the hostile environment faced by asylum seekers attempting the crossing.

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37 yrsage of defendant

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