Alsager woman arrested over Kidsgrove Facebook group hate message
A woman has been arrested after a “hate-related” message was posted on a community Facebook group.
The 53-year-old from Alsager, Cheshire, was arrested on suspicion of hate-related communications after a complaint was made to Cheshire Police, the force said.
It said it was made aware of a message inciting hatred, which was posted on a community group in Kidsgrove, Staffordshire, at about 14:00 BST on Monday.
The woman is currently being held in custody, Cheshire Police added.
Ch Supt Jonathan Betts said hate crime was “not acceptable, whatever its motivation”.
“Those posting such messages have done so in order to cause division in our communities, and we are committed to doing all we can to ensure that those responsible for such posts are held accountable for their actions,” he added.
Related
Gaza war death toll could be significantly higher, researchers say
The ministry's figures do not distinguish between combatants and civilians though a recent report by the UN said the majority of verified victims over a six mon
Kent: Weed resistant to key herbicide found on farm in…
Mr Cussans said the impact could be "massively consequential" on some farmers and their businesses, who may be forced to shift towards more costly weed control
Kaptiva October 2024 UK Clinic
Last month, 44 players from Soccer Camps Pro's Arsenal Summer Camps enjoyed an Arsenal-filled week in London during the Arsenal Football Development Training Cl
Kobbie Mainoo: Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim can’t guarantee midfielder’s…
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says he wants to keep Kobbie Mainoo at the club - but offered no guarantees it will actually happen.The England midfie
