Authorities are investigating a video that appears to show Daniel Thomas, an anti-migrant activist, using a knife to slash an inflatable boat in the English Channel. The incident occurred while the boat, which had previously carried around 50 migrants, was being monitored by a French coastguard official. Thomas livestreamed the event to an audience of over 15,000, expressing his intent to prevent the boat from returning to France.
The police have confirmed they are looking into the matter, as there is no evidence that migrant boats have been reused after being intercepted. Campaign group Stand Up To Racism condemned the footage as unacceptable.
As the investigation unfolds, observers should monitor potential legal repercussions for Thomas, as well as the broader implications for anti-migrant activism in the UK. The incident may spark renewed discussions on maritime laws and migrant safety in the Channel.