Eni Aluko Considers Legal Action Over Joey Barton's Online Abuse
The former England footballer warns of the potential fatal impact of such abuse, citing the case of Caroline Flack.
- Former England footballer Eni Aluko is considering legal action following online abuse triggered by Joey Barton's social media insults.
- Aluko, who has been compared to serial killers and dictators by Barton, says the abuse has left her scared to leave her home.
- Barton's comments have been widely criticized, with ITV calling them 'vindictive' and the UK sports minister labeling them 'dangerous'.
- Aluko warns that the impact of online abuse could lead to a female broadcaster taking their own life, citing the case of Caroline Flack.
- Aluko has sought legal advice and a course of action has been decided upon.