The OnlyFans model who assaulted Reform UK leader Nigel Farage with a milkshake will not be sent to prison, sparking further criticism of Britain's two-tiered justice system.
Victoria Thomas Bowen, 25, was sentenced to 13 weeks in prison at Westminster Magistrates Court, but the sentence was suspended for 12 months, meaning she is likely to avoid a prison term.
In October, Thomas Bowen pleaded guilty to assault by assault and criminal damage over the June 4 incident in Clacton-on-Sea, where he was campaigning at the time. He approached Mr Farage and threw a milkshake in his face.
She told police she “disagreed with Mr Farage's political views” and said she took the “opportunity” to see him coming out of a pub in the area. According to media reports, she has previously supported far-left former Labor Party leader Jeremy Corbyn.
Speaking after the verdict, Mr Farage said: said According to Sky News: “We now live in a country where you can assault a member of parliament without going to jail – the latest example of two tiers of justice.”
Mr Farage added: “For some time afterward, I was thinking deeply that the next time it might not be a milkshake” and said the attack represented a “growing security concern”.
The ruling was widely ridiculed on social media. political activist kelly jay keene said: “Actual assault is fine if you think the guy deserves it, but talking vaguely about immigration on Facebook will get you jailed.”
However, the attack acquired left winger Thomas Bowenfan. guardian Columnist Owen Jones make a call Describes photos of attacks as 'art' and gleefully urges people to stand up against racism praise 'Opponents' of Mr Farage.
The OnlyFans model also attempted to monetize her assault on Farage, posting a scantily clad version of herself with the caption “My milkshake brings boys to the garden” and a link to her OnlyFans account. posted a photo.
The outcome of the trial marks the second time this year that Mr Farage's attacker has avoided prison.
In August, Josh Greeley, 28, pleaded guilty to public order offenses, assault and criminal damage after throwing cement at Mr Farage's campaign bus.
However, Barnsley Magistrates' Court sentenced him to six weeks in prison, suspended for 12 months, so it is likely that he will not be sentenced to prison for the assault he admitted.
