Woman Charged with Assault After Milkshake Incident Involving Nigel Farage
Incident Overview
A woman has been charged with assault after throwing a banana milkshake over Nigel Farage, the leader of Reform UK. The incident occurred on Tuesday as Farage was leaving a pub in Clacton-on-Sea, following the launch of his general election candidacy for the Clacton constituency.
Details of Charges
Victoria Thomas Bowen, 25, has been charged with assault by beating and criminal damage. She is scheduled to appear at Colchester Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, 2 July, according to Essex Police.
Related Arrest
In connection with the incident, a 44-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assaulting an emergency worker. However, he has been released and will face no further action.
Farage's Political Announcement
Nigel Farage announced on Monday that he would assume the role of Reform UK leader and stand for the Clacton seat in the upcoming general election. The election is set to take place on Thursday, 4 July.
Election Candidates in Clacton
The candidates announced so far for the Clacton constituency are:
Giles Watling, Conservative Party
Jovan Owusu-Nepaul, Labour Party
Matthew Bensilum, Liberal Democrats
Natasha Osben, Green Party
