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Daily Mail journalist scared to leave home after Tommy Robinson harassment
Daily Mail journalist left 'scared to leave house' after Tommy Robinson targeted him with threats of 'vigilante attack'.
In brief
Daily Mail journalist left 'scared to leave house' after Tommy Robinson targeted him with threats of 'vigilante attack'. Daily Mail journalist Jacob Dirnhuber fears ongoing 'vigilante attack' after Tommy Robinson threatened him with violence following a photo published in the newspaper. Originally reported by…
Daily Mail journalist targeted by Tommy Robinson
A Daily Mail journalist was left scared to leave his home and still fears a 'vigilante attack' after being targeted by Tommy Robinson.
Robinson accused of harassment causing fear
Robinson faces two counts of harassment causing fear of violence at Southwark Crown Court, denying the charges.
Journalist Jacob Dirnhuber's statement
Jacob Dirnhuber said he felt physically threatened and was scared to go out, even after moving to a hotel with his dog.
Robinson's threats to journalist
Robinson allegedly told journalist he would visit his house and said, 'I'm coming to get you.'
“I'm coming to get you”
Robinson's social media threats
Robinson used social media to threaten journalists with 'bully-boy' tactics and direct messages.
Journalist's fear of physical harm
Dirnhuber feared being intercepted by Robinson's supporters on his way to work or at home.
Robinson's voicemail to editor
Robinson left a voicemail demanding the editor pick up the phone to discuss the coverage of him.
Journalist's security measures
Dirnhuber and his partner moved to a hotel with their dog after Robinson's threats.
Robinson's threats to journalist's family
Robinson threatened to 'doxx' journalist's family by publishing pictures online.
Journalist's fear of revenge
Journalist feared his family would be targeted by Robinson's 800,000 followers on social media.
Robinson's trial status
Robinson entered not guilty pleas to two charges of harassment causing fear of violence in July last year.
Robinson's background
Robinson founded the English Defence League and is known for his online harassment tactics.
Journalist's ongoing fear
Dirnhuber still feels vulnerable and scared to leave his home after the incident.
Robinson's social media influence
Robinson has 800,000 followers on social media platform X, amplifying his threats.
Journalist's security concerns
Dirnhuber was concerned about being intercepted by Robinson's supporters on his way to work.
Robinson's trial outcome
The trial, expected to last five days, continues as Robinson denies the harassment charges.
The short version
Daily Mail journalist Jacob Dirnhuber fears ongoing 'vigilante attack' after Tommy Robinson threatened him with violence following a photo published in the newspaper.
