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UK Woman Jailed for Facebook Post Threatening Mosque

Julie Sweeney receives 15-month sentence for inciting violence online after Southport riots

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Julie Sweeney, 53, jailed for 15 months for posting 'Don't protect the mosques. Blow the mosques up with the adults in it'

Overview

  • Julie Sweeney, 53, posted on Facebook calling for a mosque to be blown up.
  • Her comment followed violent unrest after the Southport stabbings.
  • Sweeney pleaded guilty to sending a communication threatening death or serious harm.
  • The judge emphasized the need for accountability for online threats.
  • Sweeney's family and defense argued the sentence was disproportionate.