A man has been arrested by police after eggs were thrown at the King and Queen Consort during a walkabout in York. Read the full story:
2:03A man has been arrested by police after eggs were thrown at the King and Queen Consort during a walkabout in York.
The 23-year-old was held on suspicion of a public order offence and is in custody for questioning, North Yorkshire Police said. Officers said a"well-rehearsed" security operation had been in place for the visit to ensure the royal couple's safety.Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video playerPeople in the crowd booed and shouted"God save the King" and"shame on you".
As the eggs landed, a suited protection officer positioned himself next to the King and briefly held his shoulder.The protester was heard to shout"this country was built on the blood of slaves" as he was detained.Incident highlights the 'jeopardy' of walkabouts
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