A judge has dismissed court summonses against American comedian Reginald D. Hunter, labeling them as “abusive.” Hunter was facing charges related to allegedly offensive social media posts. The Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAA) had initiated a private prosecution against Hunter, accusing him of sending offensive messages to a Jewish woman, Heidi Bachram, on multiple occasions in 2024.
However, on December 23, at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, District Judge Michael Snow quashed the summonses. Judge Snow concluded that the CAA’s intention to prosecute Hunter was aimed at “cancelling” him and deemed the prosecution as “abusive” and driven by improper motives. He criticized the CAA for misrepresenting facts and failing to fulfill disclosure obligations.
The CAA had filed the prosecution under the Communications Act 2003, which prohibits sending offensive messages through public networks. Among the alleged messages sent by Hunter to Bachram were derogatory remarks and threats.
In his ruling, Judge Snow highlighted that Bachram had made derogatory comments about Hunter before his responses to her, suggesting that her actions might have led to the conflict. Hunter, known for his appearances on various British TV shows, including 8 Out of 10 Cats and Have I Got News For You, has denied the allegations.
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