Alleged assault of poppy-selling veteran during anti-war rally investigated
The IndependentFor free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. British Transport Police Assistant Chief Constable Sean O’Callaghan said: “Detectives from British Transport Police are investigating a reported assault at Edinburgh Waverley Station on Saturday November 4. “One of our volunteers was infringed upon when trying to clear his stall to depart at the usual time of 3.30pm at Waverley Station on Saturday November 4. “Our volunteer is safe and well, and we thank those that took the time to escort him out of the station.” Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s official spokesman said: “This was a repulsive act.
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