A migrant who made death threats against Nigel Farage has been detained, GB News understands.
The Clacton MP said that a migrant who seemingly taunted the British and French authorities and broadcasted his journey live on social media has been placed in secure detention.
Farage posted on social media: “The Metropolitan Police have released the following statement: ‘The person who goes by the name Madapasa has been detained by Immigration Officers, he is currently in secure detention and will be investigated for immigration and criminal offences’.”
Now, the Met Police has confirmed to GB News that a man has been detained for immigration offences in Dover.
Nigel Farage said a migrant who threatened him was detained
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A Met Police spokesperson told GB News: “On Friday, 18 October, we received a report of malicious communications and threats to kill towards an MP in relation to a video posted on social media. Detectives have been investigating and enquiries remain ongoing.
“We are aware that a man has today October 31 been detained for immigration offences in Dover.
“We are closely liaising with partners from Border Force. The Met takes the safety and security of MPs extremely seriously and we are committed to ensuring that they, their families and staff can go about their work and lives without feeling unsafe or intimidated.
“As part of Operation Bridger, the national policing operation that co-ordinates protective security advice, we work closely with the Parliamentary authorities, local forces and the Cabinet Office in ensuring that the appropriate security measures are in place for all MPs.”
More to come…