US EditionPolice taking no further action after investigating Kneecap's Glastonbury show
SOMERSET, ENGLAND, JUL 18 – Avon and Somerset Police ended their investigation after consulting the Crown Prosecution Service, citing insufficient evidence to prosecute over comments made during Kneecap's Glastonbury set.
- An investigation into comments made by Kneecap during their performance at Glastonbury has concluded, leading police to state they will take no further action due to insufficient evidence for prosecution.
- Kneecap was informed of the decision on Friday, July 18, sharing details on social media, claiming 'one element of the political policing intimidation attempt is over.'
- Kneecap member Mo Chara faces charges for displaying a Hezbollah flag, which he denies, while the band asserts they do not support Hamas or Hezbollah.
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Somerset and Avon's police considered that there is "not enough evidence to reach a realistic conclusion of condemnation for any crime", but they will continue the investigation to Bob Vylan.
At Glastonbury, Kneecap criticized British Prime Minister Starmer, who didn't want the rap group to perform. Police investigated the remarks but will not prosecute Kneecap.
Kneecap 'Two-Tier Justice' Row After Glastonbury Case Dropped by Police – The Daily Sceptic
Police have closed the criminal investigation into Kneecap’s Glastonbury performance, where the band called for a "riot outside court", prompting criticism of "two-tier justice" by the Shadow Home Secretary. The post Kneecap ‘Two-Tier Justice’ Row After Glastonbury Case Dropped by Police appeared first on The Daily Sceptic.
Kneecap police investigation exposed as a political stunt as cops drop all of it
Avon and Somerset Police have decided not to continue their investigation into Kneecap’s performance at Glastonbury. One element of the political policing intimidation attempt is over. We played a historic set at Glastonbury. Whole area closed an hour before due to crowds. A celebration of love and solidarity. A sea of good people at the world’s most famous festival. Shortly afterwards we… pic.twitter.com/S0BsMeOM83 — KNEECAP (@KNEECAPCEOL) Jul…
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