Essex Police has defended its investigation into Daily Telegraph columnist Allison Pearson, who expressed shock over a visit to her home on Remembrance Sunday regarding a social media post. The police clarified that the inquiry stemmed from a complaint alleging racial hatred, but denied informing Pearson that it was considered a ‘non-crime hate incident.’ Pearson criticized the police response, feeling unfairly targeted, while Essex Police emphasized the legitimacy of their actions and indicated the presence of body-worn video to confirm their account.

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