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Samuel Corner retrial for sledgehammer attack on Sgt Evans

4/26/2026

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Samuel Corner, a Palestine Action activist, was retried for grievous bodily harm after striking Sgt Kate Evans with a sledgehammer during August 6 2024 raid on Elbit Systems’ UK factory near Bristol.
Prosecutors said the break-in caused about £1 million in damage to computers, drones and other equipment.
Sgt Kate Evans suffered a fractured spine and remains on restricted duty.
Supporters in keffiyehs filled the gallery while three pro-Palestinian demonstrators were arrested outside.

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Samuel Corner, a Palestine Action activist, was retried for grievous bodily harm after striking Sgt Kate Evans with a sledgehammer during August 6 2024 raid on Elbit Systems’ UK factory near Bristol.
Prosecutors said the break-in caused about £1 million in damage to computers, drones and other equipment.
Sgt Kate Evans suffered a fractured spine and remains on restricted duty.
Supporters in keffiyehs filled the gallery while three pro-Palestinian demonstrators were arrested outside.