Published 1 year ago

More than 100 arrested as activists delay Grand National

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118 people arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and public nuisance offenses. Activists from an estimated group of 300 climbed the high fences around the racecourse. The race was delayed as a result and the 39 competing horses were kept in the parade ring. Two horses died in races at Aintree on Saturday.

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New York Post

More than 100 arrested as activists delay Grand National horse race

The Grand National, one of the world's famous horse races, was delayed after animal rights activists scaled fences around the perimeter of Aintree racecourse in Merseyside, England.

1 year ago·New York, United States

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Manchester Evening News

Police issue update on activists arrested in huge Grand National protest

Officers arrested 118 people and took 65 into custody who will be be bailed pending further enquiries

1 year ago·Manchester, United Kingdom

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The Epoch Times

Corach Rambler Wins After Activists Delay Grand National

LIVERPOOL, England—In the end, nothing could stop Corach Rambler in another eventful edition of the Grand National. The 8–1 favorite produced a strong finish to win the world-famous horse race, which was delayed for 15 minutes Saturday after animal rights activists scaled fences around the perimeter of the course and got onto the track. Some of the activists apparently attempted to affix themselves to the race fences using glue and lock-on devic…

1 year ago·New York, United States

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The Mercury

More than 100 arrested after protesters storm Grand National and delay race

Police arrested 118 people at Aintree Racecourse as large numbers of protesters attempted to gain entry to the track – delaying the start of the flagship Grand National. Scores of activists climbed fences at Aintree, with at least two fixing themselves to a jump using glue and lock-on devices, animal rights group Animal Rising said. The protesters breached security fences as National runners were in the parade ring, causing a delay of 12 minutes…

1 year ago·Hobart, Australia

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