Man hit by van in Birmingham after residents take down union flags put up by anti-migrant group
Summary
A man was seriously injured in Birmingham after being hit by a van following an altercation involving people removing union flags put up by the group Raise the Colours. Police are investigating the incident, which included reports of aggressive behavior and abuse from individuals connected to the group.Key Facts
- The incident happened Thursday evening in Stirchley, a suburb of Birmingham.
- A man in his 30s broke his leg and remains in hospital after being hit by a van.
- The van fled the scene but was found and is being examined by police.
- Around 10 people gathered to take down union flags placed earlier by Raise the Colours.
- Witnesses described men wearing Raise the Colours clothing as aggressive and abusive.
- Raise the Colours is known for putting up many union and Saint George flags and has faced criticism for anti-immigrant messages.
- Police are reviewing CCTV and social media footage to understand what happened.
- Local MP Al Carns reported residents described harassment and physical assaults linked to the group.
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