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Police Arrest Two for Racial Hatred Ahead of Event

2/9/2026

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West Midlands Police arrested a 35-year-old woman on February 8 for suspected incitement of racial hatred while she was en route to an 'Anti-Zionist' event in Birmingham.
The woman was wanted by the Metropolitan Police for a public order offence linked to prior speeches and social media posts.
Police also detained a 42-year-old man later that day following a public complaint of threats outside The Old Print Works venue.
The police coordinated with local Jewish community members to ensure safety during the event, and both individuals remain in custody as investigations proceed.

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West Midlands Police arrested a 35-year-old woman on February 8 for suspected incitement of racial hatred while she was en route to an 'Anti-Zionist' event in Birmingham.
The woman was wanted by the Metropolitan Police for a public order offence linked to prior speeches and social media posts.
Police also detained a 42-year-old man later that day following a public complaint of threats outside The Old Print Works venue.
The police coordinated with local Jewish community members to ensure safety during the event, and both individuals remain in custody as investigations proceed.