UK court clears British activist Majid Freeman over role in Leicester riots

A UK court has cleared activist Majid Freeman of all public order charges related to the 2022 riots in Leicester. The judge found no evidence to support police claims that Freeman incited violence during the unrest between Hindu and Muslim communities, instead describing him as a 'bridge-builder.' Following his exoneration, Freeman stated the case against him was troubling and that the real threat of Hindutva extremism, which he blames for the tensions, is being ignored. The court heard from several witnesses who defended Freeman's role in trying to de-escalate the situation.