Summary
A man named Nigel Dewale admitted in court to sending racist messages to England footballer Jess Carter during the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 tournament. Dewale posted abusive comments on Carter's TikTok account, and he also pleaded guilty to having an illegal weapon. The case is set to continue with a sentencing hearing.
Key Facts
- Nigel Dewale is 60 years old and from Great Harwood, Lancashire.
- Dewale sent racist messages to Jess Carter during the UEFA Women's Euro 2025.
- Jess Carter plays for Gotham FC in the National Women's Soccer League in the United States.
- Dewale appeared at Blackburn Magistrates' Court and admitted to sending a harmful message.
- Dewale also pleaded guilty to possessing an extendable baton, which is considered an offensive weapon.
- The police traced the online messages to Dewale and arrested him in August.
- Magistrates postponed the case until 25 March for more court reports and warned that prison time is possible.
- Jess Carter decided to stay away from social media due to the racist abuse she received.
