Summary
Three protesters in Newcastle targeted a factory linked to an Israeli defense firm by causing damage to its property. They claimed their actions were meant to prevent the factory from creating weapons allegedly used against people in Palestine. The court found them guilty of causing criminal damage, and they will be sentenced later.
Key Facts
- The incident involved three women dressed in red overalls.
- They targeted Pearson Engineering due to its alleged ties to an Israeli state-owned defense company.
- The protesters engaged in actions such as climbing onto a roof, spraying red paint, and dumping rubble.
- The damage to the factory was estimated at about £6,800.
- Production at the factory was halted for one day.
- The protestors claimed their actions aimed to prevent alleged war crimes but were found guilty by a jury.
- They were released on bail and are awaiting sentencing.
