Tommy Robinson Snubs Police Demand at Channel Tunnel
Tommy Robinson, the ex-EDL boss, faced off with police last July at Folkestone’s Channel Tunnel. Stopped while driving a silver Bentley, cops grow suspicious and asked for his mobile PIN. Robinson didn’t flinch, snarling back, “not a chance bruv,” a court heard.
£11,000 Cash, Benidorm Claims and Tough Terror Charges
The court revealed Robinson was lugging a whopping €13,000 in cash and told officers he was heading to Benidorm. When pressed for his phone’s PIN, he flat-out refused, insisting the device held “journalistic material.” Now, the 42-year-old faces a trial under the controversial Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act 2000 — a law letting police stop travellers at UK ports to hunt for terrorism links.
Schedule 7 Explained: What Could Happen Next?
- Police can stop and question anyone at UK ports under Schedule 7 powers.
- Suspects must hand over passwords or PINs to electronic gadgets.
- Refusal to cooperate can bring terrorism-related charges.
The charge accuses Robinson of “willfully failing to comply” by withholding his phone PIN at the Channel Tunnel on 28 July 2024. If found guilty, he could serve up to three months behind bars.
Courtroom Tensions Rise as Robinson’s Legal Saga Unfolds
Fans greeted Robinson with cheers as he entered court this morning, but his battle is far from won. The trial continues to unravel amidst high drama and public interest.
