The UK is facing escalating tensions as police threaten to arrest Elon Musk and other US citizens for their social media posts related to recent riots.
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley declared that individuals, regardless of their location, could be prosecuted for inciting violence and stirring racial hatred online.
This statement comes amid unrest following a tragic mass stabbing incident that left three girls dead, leading to protests fueled by misinformation about immigration issues.
Musk, who criticized Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s handling of the situation, suggested that the UK might be heading toward “civil war.”
His remarks were met with a stern warning from Rowley, who emphasized that being a “keyboard warrior” does not exempt anyone from legal repercussions.
The police are actively monitoring social media for content that could incite further violence, raising concerns about freedom of expression and the potential for extraditing individuals for online commentary.
Critics are alarmed by the implications of such actions, likening them to authoritarian practices seen in more repressive regimes.