Tommy Robinson found guilty of harassing two journalists
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson has been convicted of harassing two journalists, Andrew Young and Jacob Dirnhuber. The jury found that his actions, which included hiring private investigators to find their home addresses, were intended to intimidate the reporters.
Why it matters
This case highlights the legal boundaries between political activism and the harassment of media professionals, setting a precedent for journalist safety.
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson has been convicted of harassing two journalists and causing them to fear violence.
The 43-year-old, who told his trial his full name is Stephen Lennon, was labelled a "bully" by prosecutors after freelance reporter Andrew Young and Daily Mail editor Jacob Dirnhuber felt forced to either leave their homes or employ extra security for fear of a "vigilante" attack.
Jurors at Southwark Crown Court took 11 hours and 25 minutes to find Robinson guilty by a majority of 10 jurors to two of both charges of harassment causing fear of violence.
His trial heard how the anti-migrant activist "retaliated" after the Daily Mail and its sister publication the MailOnline published a story about him "stoking riots from his sunbed" during unrest in the UK in August 2024 following the murders of three girls in Southport.
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