Protesters Storm Asylum Seeker Hotel, Set Fire to Building After Breaking In

Protesters storm asylum seeker hotel, set fire to building after breaking in. Find out more about the shocking incident.

Far-Right Protesters Storm Hotel Housing Asylum Seekers in Rotherham

 

ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE – Violence erupted in Rotherham today as far-right protesters forced their way into the Holiday Inn Express, which is believed to house asylum seekers. The chaos unfolded after the protesters smashed a window to gain entry, leading to a series of violent incidents.

 

Key Points:

 

Storming the Hotel: Footage circulating on social media shows the mob storming the Holiday Inn Express, with scenes of furniture being set on fire and protesters clashing with police. The mob, including individuals waving England flags and Union Jacks, chanted slogans such as "get them out" and attacked a police van.

 

Police Response: Inside the hotel, police officers were seen tending to a wounded colleague amidst the mayhem. Outside, protesters hurled bricks and other objects at the police, and at least one officer in riot gear was carried away injured.

 

Protest Placards: Among the placards displayed were provocative messages, including references to Enoch Powell’s controversial 1968 speech and claims linking asylum seekers to crime.

 

Additional Unrest: The violence in Rotherham is part of a broader wave of unrest across the UK. Similar protests occurred outside the Potters International Hotel in Aldershot, Hampshire, and in Bolton, Greater Manchester. In Hull, a man was violently attacked by a racist mob, and a disturbing video surfaced showing racist slurs and threats.

 

Recent Background: The unrest follows the recent murders of three young girls in Southport, Merseyside, which have fueled tensions and violent demonstrations across the country.

 

Police and Public Reaction: The escalating violence and attacks on asylum seekers' accommodations have led to widespread condemnation and concerns about public safety and the role of far-right extremists in inciting violence.

 

As the situation develops, authorities are working to manage the protests and prevent further violence while addressing the underlying issues contributing to the unrest.