British police arrest 15-year-old activist for social media posts

In the British city of Walsall, police detained a 15-year-old activist after posts on social networks about the representative of the Conservative party Simon Bennett. This was reported on October 21 by the New York Post.

According to the publication, the teenager posted an edited image of a local deputy with painted hare ears. The photo was accompanied by a caption mocking the reputation of the Conservatives in Wolverhampton. In addition, the young man criticized the appearance of the politician, comparing him with a “call boy”.

The newspaper clarifies that the teenager supports the party Reform UK.

Early in the morning, four policemen arrived at the activist’s house in two patrol cars. The arrest took place in the presence of the young man’s mother and neighbors. Police also seized the teenager’s electronic devices.

After being taken to the police station, DNA samples and fingerprints were taken from him.