Shocking Attack on Elderly Sikh Men Sparks Call for Action
British Transport Police arrested three individuals over a racially charged attack on two elderly Sikh men outside Wolverhampton train station. The incident, caught on video, has caused significant concern. Investigations, including witness and social media inquiries, are ongoing, with collaboration between local MPs and the Sikh community emphasized.
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The British Transport Police (BTP) have arrested three individuals following a suspected racially aggravated assault on two elderly Sikh men in Wolverhampton. The attack, which occurred on August 15th, has been widely shared online, prompting calls for political intervention from community groups.
A 17-year-old and two men aged 19 and 25 have been taken into custody and released on bail concerning the attack, which involved the targeting of the men's turbans. Witness testimonies and CCTV footage are being analyzed as part of ongoing investigations.
Police efforts to address community concerns are underway, with Superintendent Sue Peters confirming swift action and continuous engagement with local MPs and the Sikh community. The incident underscores a worrying rise in anti-Sikh hate crimes, linked to right-wing 'anti-immigration' sentiments.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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