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Two Protesters Sentenced Over Bell Hotel Shelter Disorder

8/20/2026

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Two men were sentenced after the July 17, 2025 protests outside the Bell Hotel asylum shelter in Epping.
Jonathan Glover received a 30-month term for shouting at officers and blocking police carriers.
Charlie Land received a 32-month term for violent disorder and criminal damage after damaging police vehicles.
Chelmsford Crown Court concluded the 10-day trial on June 1, 2026.
Chief Inspector Terry Fisher said the disorder scared residents, disrupted life and hurt businesses.

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Two men were sentenced after the July 17, 2025 protests outside the Bell Hotel asylum shelter in Epping.
Jonathan Glover received a 30-month term for shouting at officers and blocking police carriers.
Charlie Land received a 32-month term for violent disorder and criminal damage after damaging police vehicles.
Chelmsford Crown Court concluded the 10-day trial on June 1, 2026.
Chief Inspector Terry Fisher said the disorder scared residents, disrupted life and hurt businesses.