Amid growing scrutiny following an altercation, Labour Party member Mike Amesbury has been suspended pending investigation after videos surfaced depicting him throwing punches during a street incident.
Labour MP Mike Amesbury Faces Suspension After Violent Incident Captured on Video
Labour MP Mike Amesbury Faces Suspension After Violent Incident Captured on Video
Controversial footage shows British lawmaker Mike Amesbury allegedly assaulting a man, leading to his suspension from the Labour Party.
On Monday, the Labour Party announced the suspension of Mike Amesbury, 55, a British lawmaker, after videos showing him physically assaulting a man went viral. The footage captured the incident that took place in Frodsham, a northern England town, late Friday. One clip reveals Amesbury landing punches to the man's face and subsequently continuing to strike him while lying on the street. The incident, which has garnered widespread media coverage—including reports from the BBC—unveils a disturbing confrontation.
In the video, Amesbury can be heard shouting, “You won’t ever threaten the M.P. again,” as tensions escalated. In response to inquiries from the media, Labour Party officials confirmed that Amesbury is cooperating with Cheshire police, who are currently conducting a thorough investigation into the matter. Labour's leader, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, described the footage as "shocking" and emphasized the party's rapid decision to suspend Amesbury immediately after reviewing the incident.
According to a statement from the Cheshire Constabulary, a 55-year-old man has voluntarily engaged with the police for questioning in connection to the case and has since been released while the investigation continues. Amesbury released his own statement acknowledging his involvement in the event and asserting that he acted after feeling threatened while out with friends. He pledged to work with law enforcement but did not plan to make further public comments on the tumultuous situation. Despite the controversy, Amesbury expressed his intent to continue his role in Parliament.
In the video, Amesbury can be heard shouting, “You won’t ever threaten the M.P. again,” as tensions escalated. In response to inquiries from the media, Labour Party officials confirmed that Amesbury is cooperating with Cheshire police, who are currently conducting a thorough investigation into the matter. Labour's leader, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, described the footage as "shocking" and emphasized the party's rapid decision to suspend Amesbury immediately after reviewing the incident.
According to a statement from the Cheshire Constabulary, a 55-year-old man has voluntarily engaged with the police for questioning in connection to the case and has since been released while the investigation continues. Amesbury released his own statement acknowledging his involvement in the event and asserting that he acted after feeling threatened while out with friends. He pledged to work with law enforcement but did not plan to make further public comments on the tumultuous situation. Despite the controversy, Amesbury expressed his intent to continue his role in Parliament.
