British far-right activist Tommy Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, has fled Cyprus, according to Ayia Napa’s police force.
An officer from the popular holiday resort confirmed that Mr. Robinson had “left the country.
“They informed us that this guy has left the country today,” the officer stated.
It remains unclear whether Mr. Yaxley-Lennon left Cyprus of his own accord or if he was sent back to Britain to face justice. An arrest warrant was issued for the English Defence League (EDL) founder after he failed to appear at the Royal Courts of Justice on Monday, July 29, for a hearing in a contempt of court case.
The Cypriot officer speculated that Mr. Yaxley-Lennon likely left via an airport: “My supervisor told us that he left. So to know that means he left from the airport.”
On Wednesday, a Cypriot police spokesman revealed their willingness to assist UK authorities in taking action against the 41-year-old. We are in contact with the British police, and if they need our assistance, we are ready to help,” the spokesperson said amid spiralling concerns about further violence on UK streets.
Responding to reports about Cypriot police’s willingness to assist their UK counterparts, the Luton-born activist posted on X (formerly known as Twitter): “Lucky I’m not in Cyprus then, ain’t it.
The UK is currently on high alert for further riots, with more than 100 planned protests and 30 counter-demonstrations expected to take place today. Nearly 6,000 police officers have been drafted in as part of the nationwide effort to prevent further violence and disorder.
The chaos, which has engulfed Britain’s streets since the Southport stabbings last week, has brought parts of the country to a halt, with medical appointments cancelled as staff are too scared to go to work.
Businesses and community leaders across the country are urging calm and preparing for the worst as the nation braces for another night of potential unrest.
