Taxi Driver’s Racially Charged Posts Spark Outrage After Southport Stabbings
A taxi driver faces jail for inciting violence following the tragic stabbings of three young girls in Southport
Southport, UK, Andrew McIntyre, Racial Hatred, Stabbings, Telegram, Violence
Southport: A taxi driver, Andrew McIntyre, has been called out for his disturbing online posts after the tragic stabbings of three young girls. The judge didn’t hold back, saying he was driven by racial hatred.
McIntyre, 39, was running a Telegram group that spread false rumors and incited violence after the stabbings. He even had a copy of Hitler’s Mein Kampf at home, which is pretty alarming.
After the girls were killed at a dance class, McIntyre posted some really sickening stuff online. He called for violent actions and even celebrated the chaos that followed. It’s just shocking how someone could react like that.
The court heard that he set up the Telegram channel right after the stabbings, using fake names. He shared plans for protests that turned violent, targeting a local mosque. It’s like he was trying to stir up trouble.
Prosecutors argued that McIntyre wasn’t just a bystander; he was actively encouraging the unrest. His posts led to riots not just in Southport but across the country, fueled by misinformation.
On the day of the planned protest, he even threatened police, saying they should be ready for trouble if they got in the way. His messages were filled with hate and incitement, which is just unacceptable.
When police finally caught up with him, they found a knife in his taxi. It’s clear he was prepared for violence. The judge sentenced him to seven-and-a-half years in prison, emphasizing that his actions were rooted in racial hatred.
After the sentencing, police reported that many others involved in the riots had been arrested and charged. It’s a stark reminder of how dangerous misinformation can be and the impact it has on communities.
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