Allison Pearson Criticizes Essex Police for ‘Bullying’ Tactics in Dropped Investigation
Journalist Allison Pearson expressed feelings of being ‘bullied’ and ‘threatened’ during a police visit related to a now-dropped investigation into a social media post. She criticized Essex Police for their approach, stating it was not standard practice and was ‘absolutely unacceptable.’ The investigation, which involved a complaint alleging incitement to racial hatred, has since been dropped, but Pearson called for an independent review of the police’s handling of the matter. Several legal authorities, including Kemi Badenoch, echoed her concerns.