Judge says he will consider all options to sentence far-right activist who trial heard deployed ‘bullyboy, intimidatory tactics’
Summarized by Jennifer Rae Vliet, News Editor of The Plain Truth
Based on reporting by Ben Quinn, The Guardian
Tommy Robinson has been found guilty of harassing two journalists, according to the Guardian. He faces a potential prison sentence of up to 10 years.
Tommy Robinson Harassment Verdict
The trial heard that Robinson’s conduct caused the journalists to fear violence. Journalists and family members fled their homes after what the court heard described as “bullyboy, intimidatory tactics.”
Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, shared pictures of one journalist’s family online. He also said he had “tagged and bagged” three reporters.
The reporters had worked on an article about his alleged influence on unrest following the 2024 Southport murders. The harassment charges concerned two journalists, Andrew Young and Jacob Dirnhuber.
Judge to Consider Sentencing Options
Following the Tommy Robinson harassment verdict, the judge said he would consider all sentencing options. The potential 10-year term is the maximum reported, rather than a sentence already imposed.
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