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Man Jailed for Sending 300 Antisemitic Messages to MP

12/4/2025

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Kevin Smith, 61, was sentenced to eight weeks in jail for sending 300 antisemitic messages to Labour MP Alex Sobel in March 2024.
District Judge David Kitson said the messages, including 'kill the Jews,' showed the seriousness of targeting an MP.
He referenced the assassination of Jo Cox.
Sobel thanked the police for their support and hoped for rehabilitation.
Smith's defense cited health issues and isolation as contributing factors.

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Kevin Smith, 61, was sentenced to eight weeks in jail for sending 300 antisemitic messages to Labour MP Alex Sobel in March 2024.
District Judge David Kitson said the messages, including 'kill the Jews,' showed the seriousness of targeting an MP.
He referenced the assassination of Jo Cox.
Sobel thanked the police for their support and hoped for rehabilitation.
Smith's defense cited health issues and isolation as contributing factors.