British political activist Tommy Robinson, also known as Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was arrested in Calgary, Canada, on suspicion of an immigration offence.
Robinson, a former leader of an anti-immigration group and known for his controversial views on Islam, was in Canada for a podcast tour aimed at discussing freedom of speech. The arrest occurred after he was filmed being handcuffed by officers and placed into a police van. He was subsequently held and released on Monday, 24 June.
The incident has sparked discussions on freedom of speech and immigration policies.
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