Melanie Edwards, 41, a carer from South Wales, today became the first Extinction Rebellion defendant to glue on in court during her own trial at City of London Magistrates Court. Melanie glued one of her hands to the witness stand immediately after being cross examined by the prosecution. She then read out a letter explaining […]
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Rebel Glues On in CourtMelanie Edwards, 41, a carer from South Wales, today became the first Extinction Rebellion defendant to glue on in court during her own trial at City of London Magistrates Court.
Melanie glued one of her hands to the witness stand immediately after being cross examined by the prosecution. She then read out a letter explaining her action, which was taken into evidence as part of her testimony.
Witnesses said those present in the courtroom stood as a sign of respect during the reading, with many moved to tears.
The judge stood down police from arresting Melanie for criminal damage, but said she would consider overnight whether to hold her in contempt of court.
Melanie is on trial for breaching Section 14 of the Public Order Act during the April Rebellion, when she superglued herself to the pink boat in Oxford Circus.
Her trial continues tomorrow.
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