Teenager Pleads Guilty to Attempted Arson at Cenotaph Protest
Astrophel Sang, 19, from Ravenhurst Street, Birmingham, admitted to attempted arson at Westminster Magistrates’ Court today, Wednesday 4 November.
The shocking incident took place during a demonstration at the Cenotaph, Westminster, on Sunday 7 June.
Arson Attempt at Historic War Memorial
Sang’s actions put the iconic Cenotaph in danger during what was meant to be a peaceful protest.
Next Stop: Southwark Crown Court
He is set to be sentenced at Southwark Crown Court on a date yet to be confirmed.
