Essex Police Closes Investigation into Columnist Allison Pearson’s Social Media Post
Essex Police has concluded its investigation into Daily Telegraph columnist Allison Pearson, following a complaint regarding alleged incitement to racial hatred. After consulting with the Crown Prosecution Service, no charges will be brought. The department will initiate an independent review of how the investigation was handled. Pearson expressed surprise at the police visit, which she stated was about a ‘non-crime hate incident.’ The controversy has sparked debates over free speech, with political figures like Chris Philp and Boris Johnson voicing their support for Pearson.