Find out the latest on right-wing activist Tommy Robinson's arrest in Canada. A must-read for all current affairs enthusiasts!
Tommy Robinson, also known as Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, made headlines in Canada after being arrested in Calgary on suspicion of an immigration offence. The 41-year-old far-right activist was taken into custody by officers following his participation in a podcast tour in the country. Despite being released later that morning, Robinson's arrest sparked controversy and discussions across various platforms.
Police officers informed Robinson about an 'outstanding immigration warrant' upon his arrest, leaving many questioning the motives behind the detainment. The incident raised concerns and debates about free speech and immigration policies, adding fuel to the ongoing discourse on such sensitive topics in Canada.
Videos circulating online show the moment Robinson was handcuffed by undercover officers, capturing the dramatic scene outside the Carriage House Hotel and Conference Centre in Calgary. The arrest comes amidst Robinson's scheduled speaking engagements in Canada, further intensifying the attention on his activities and beliefs in the country.
In light of the arrest, Robinson's stay in Canada has become a subject of interest, with reports indicating that he was instructed to remain in the country and surrender his passport. The legal implications and repercussions of the immigration offence allegation against the controversial figure remain to be seen, stirring speculation among supporters and critics alike.
Officers in Calgary handcuffed the right-wing activist, 41, on suspicion of an immigration offence and led him into the back of a police van. Robinson, whose ...
The 41-year-old was released later on Monday morning. The far-right activist was due to speak at several other events in Canada in the coming days.
TOMMY Robinson has been arrested in Canada on suspicion of an immigration offence after speaking at an event in Calgary...
Police officers told the far-right activist he was being arrested for an 'outstanding immigration warrant' after speaking at an event in Calgary.
The right-wing activist said he had been ordered to stay in the country and hand in his passport.
Video shows the far-Right activist being handcuffed by two plain-clothed police officers.
Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, appears to have been detained by officers outside the Carriage House Hotel and Conference Centre in Calgary ...
Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was arrested in Calgary under an outstanding immigration warrant right after a talk organized by Rebel News.
US News: โFar-right British activist Tommy Robinson has been arrested in Canada Tuesday on suspicion of immigration offences. The arrest came soon after he ...
Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, says he has had his passport seized.
Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was arrested in Calgary under an outstanding immigration warrant right after a talk organized by Rebel News.
Suddenly, Canada's usually soft immigration and border entry system is throwing the book at somebody -- British activist Tommy Robinson.
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson has been arrested in Canada on suspicion of an immigration offence.
Police officers told the far-right activist he was being arrested for an 'outstanding immigration warrant' after speaking at an event in Calgary.
Police officers told the far-right activist he was being arrested for an 'outstanding immigration warrant' after speaking at an event in Calgary.
Robinson had been booked to speak in three Canadian cities by a far-right outlet called Rebel News.
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