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Self-Represented Zoe Rogers Defends August Elbit Raid

5/1/2026

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Rogers Praises Raid

Zoe Rogers said the August 2024 raid was “the best thing I’ve ever done,” believing it may have saved lives.
The defendants face charges for the August 2024 Elbit Systems break-in near Bristol, trial at Woolwich Crown Court.
She represented herself to address the jury directly, not because of her barrister’s performance.
Prosecution said group entered in a van, smashed shutters, hammered equipment and sprayed red paint.

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Devlin Testifies

Jordan Devlin testified that Angelo Volante repeatedly struck him with a sledgehammer, even trying to disable his body-camera.
The Woolwich Crown Court heard Devlin’s claim of assault during the Elbit Systems raid, with the case pending.
Camera footage and photos showed Devlin’s black eye and shoulder mark, prompting police conduct scrutiny.
Samuel Corner denies harm to Sergeant Kate Evans; Devlin recognized Aaron Buxton three days later.

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Rogers Praises Raid

Zoe Rogers said the August 2024 raid was “the best thing I’ve ever done,” believing it may have saved lives.
The defendants face charges for the August 2024 Elbit Systems break-in near Bristol, trial at Woolwich Crown Court.
She represented herself to address the jury directly, not because of her barrister’s performance.
Prosecution said group entered in a van, smashed shutters, hammered equipment and sprayed red paint.

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