US EditionCampers abused as Welsh villagers mistake them for migrants
NEWBRIDGE, WALES, AUG 11 – Police are investigating racist abuse against over 30 Scouts mistakenly believed to be migrants due to their Scottish accents, with social media posts containing offensive language removed.
- On August 6, 2025, a bus carrying more than 30 Scottish Scouts visiting a summer camp near Newbridge became the target of racially motivated abuse in the Newbridge area of South Wales.
- The abuse followed a social media video that led locals to mistake the Scouts for illegal immigrants and triggered offensive and inappropriate comments online.
- Gwent Police and Scouts Cymru responded promptly by removing the video and are investigating the racist offences while working closely to address safety and wellbeing concerns at the activity centre.
- Temporary Chief Superintendent Jason White emphasized the need to address false information spreading on social media and encouraged people to carefully consider the tone and impact of their words.
- This incident highlights ongoing challenges with online misinformation and discrimination, prompting calls for responsible communication and vigilance to protect youth and community activities.
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