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BBC News reported that Essex Police is denying allegations that they “bused” pro-refugee protesters to an event outside a hotel housing asylum seekers. Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington denounced the violent clash between the pro-refugee group and rival protesters, calling those responsible “thugs and vandals.” During the altercation at The Bell Hotel in Epping, Essex, on July 17th, eight police officers and two members of hotel staff sustained injuries, resulting in 10 arrests.
Following an asylum seeker being charged with sexual offenses, more than 1,000 individuals participated in demonstrations on July 13th, 17th, and 20th, which the accused individual has denied. Despite starting peacefully, the protests were marred by disorder and criminal damage, according to Mr. Harrington. Allegations that officers assisted counter-demonstrators in reaching the protests prompted calls for the chief constable’s resignation by Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, who criticized Essex Police for their handling of the situation.
Essex Police retorted that the claims were baseless, stating that officers merely facilitated a foot cordon for protesters to exercise their right to protest peacefully. Four men have been charged with violent disorder related to the July 17th demonstration, with one accused of damaging a hotel sign and another of refusing to remove a face covering. Harrington condemned the violence and disruption caused by those who attacked hotel staff, officers, and property in Epping, urging the public to refrain from spreading misinformation with real-world consequences.
In response to future protests advertised online, Essex Police are implementing a stringent operation to maintain order. The demonstrations were sparked by the sexual assault, harassment, and incitement to engage in sexual activity charges against Ethiopian national Hadush Kebatu, 41, who resides at the hotel and denies the accusations. Concurrently, protests have erupted outside the Britannia International Hotel in London’s Canary Wharf after it was designated as asylum accommodation. While reports suggest asylum seekers from The Bell Hotel may be relocated there, Tower Hamlets Council confirmed the temporary housing arrangement in Canary Wharf
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