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Four arrested after Tower of London display case containing State Crown defaced

Four arrested after Tower of London display case containing State Crown defaced

Summary

Four people threw custard and apple crumble at a display case holding the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London. Police arrested the individuals for suspected criminal damage and are investigating the incident. A group called Take Back Power claimed responsibility, calling for a citizens' assembly in the UK.

Key Facts

  • Four people were arrested after damaging a display case at the Tower of London.
  • The incident involved throwing custard and apple crumble at the case with the Imperial State Crown.
  • The Metropolitan Police arrested them on suspicion of criminal damage.
  • The Jewel House at the Tower of London is temporarily closed to the public.
  • Take Back Power, a civil resistance group, claimed responsibility for the act.
  • The group demands the UK government create a permanent citizens' assembly.
  • They want this assembly to have the power to tax extreme wealth and address issues in Britain.

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