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Man who racially abused Jess Carter  sentenced

Man who racially abused Jess Carter sentenced

Summary

A man named Nigel Dewale sent racially abusive messages to England footballer Jess Carter during the Women's Euro 2025 tournament. Dewale received a suspended six-week prison sentence, community work, a four-year football ban, a curfew, and a fine for his actions.

Key Facts

  • Nigel Dewale sent racist messages to Jess Carter on TikTok.
  • The messages included derogatory comments about Carter's race.
  • Dewale was sentenced to six weeks in prison, suspended for 12 months.
  • He received a 10-day community work order and a four-year football banning order.
  • Dewale was fined £239 and given a three-month curfew.
  • Carter stepped away from social media due to the abuse she received.
  • Police traced the messages to Dewale and arrested him in August.
  • Carter plays for Gotham FC in the United States and has 52 caps for England.

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