A Wakefield pig farmer is accused of 'Kung-fu kicking' a Meat the Victims activist and has been captured on camera threatening to shoot others.
The incident took place at Hall Green Farm in Wakefield on July 30, when more than a dozen Meat the Victims activists went to the property to protest against the "disgusting and inhumane" conditions pigs are kept in at Willow Farm Products Ltd.
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has since said it is unable to confirm whether any concerns had been raised regarding the conditions animals are kept in on the farm.
Video footage from the incident shows a huddle of animal rights activists inside a shed as a group of people, believed to be farm employees, walk towards them in the early hours of the morning.
One man, believed to be a farmworker, then shouts at the group whilst brandishing a metal bar in their direction.
"Get the f**k out now," he warns, before going on to threaten the group.
"All of you get out, otherwise I will wrap this f**king bar round your f**king heads."
In another, different video clip filmed separately you can see the man approaching other members of the group before threating them again.
"I'll tell you now, if you're not f**king gone within two minutes I'm going to get a gun and f**king shoot you all," he says, before seemingly leaping down an aisle and 'kung-fu kicking' one of the activists in the back - causing them to crash to the ground.
Meat The Victims claim that pigs are "covered in their own waste and they have no choice but to s**t and sleep where they stand.
He then appears to hit a second activists who is stood against a wall. He then can be seen telling them to "get the f*** out" before being pulled away by a co worker.
As if this wasn't enough, further footage shows him push another man to the ground whilst saying "get on your f***ing face" and punch another person stood in the road on a nearby estate.
A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: "Police were called to a farm at Hollingthorpe Lane, Hall Green, Wakefield, at around 5.15am on Saturday (31st July 2021) following reports of an assault.
"Officers attended at the address and found a number of people present nearby. Following enquiries a man was arrested on suspicion of four offences of assault.
"The arrested man was later released under investigation and enquiries remain ongoing."
Farm owner Caroline Medforth was contacted for comment by Yorkshire Live but did not want to speak on the matter.
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Independent Leeds bookshop raises money for trans healthcare by inviting customers to ‘deface’ Harry Potter books
A bookshop in Leeds is inviting its customers to vandalise Harry Potter books for charity.
Well, this is definitely one we haven't seen before.
The Bookish Type on Great George Street in Leeds is a fabulous independently-owned queer bookshop that prides itself on being a safe space for all.
They're raising money for trans healthcare by inviting customers to vandalise Harry Potter novels for just 25p per go.
A bargain if you ask us, and all for a good cause. And don't worry, all the books are second hand and have been donated.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
If you're not understanding the immediate connection between the two, then allow us to fill you in.
J.K. Rowling, the author of the famous Harry Potter novels, has over recent years expressed transphobic comments and anti-trans political beliefs on social media.
Yesterday, Wednesday 25 March, the trailer for the new HBO Max Harry Potter series was released which has encouraged many people to speak out against Rowling and claim she should no longer be supported.
So, The Bookish Type are showing support for the trans community and asking those who feel frustrated to have a doodle and whilst they're at it, donate to a good cause.
If you're not able to make it into the shop, The Bookish Type have said "You will soon be able to donate online and we will personally deface a page with your message/doodle/scribble."
We're absolutely obsessed.
Find out more about The Bookish Type and if you can, pop in for a browse and a doodle whilst you're at it.
Featured image - The Bookish Type Leeds (Supplied)
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Leeds to be transformed into a giant board game as Trivial Pursuit takes over the city
Clementine Hall
Leeds is set to become a giant board game this summer as Trivial Pursiot arrives in the city centre to celebrate a landmark moment in its history.
To mark 400 years since Leeds was granted its royal charter, LeedsBID (Leeds Business Improvement District) is transforming the city into a live interactive version of Hasbro’s iconic Trivial Pursuit board game, inviting residents and visitors to test their knowledge of all things Leeds.
It follows the huge success of the MONOPOLY Leeds Takeover back in summer 2024 and this year, LeedsBID is once again working with leading game, IP and toy company Hasbro to bring another of its iconic games to life.
This time, the focus is on the stories, achievements and surprising facts that have shaped Leeds over four centuries.
Running from 25 July to 30 August 2026, the free experience will see participants journey across the city centre answering questions and collecting wedges, just like the classic trivia game.
Key locations will represent the six traditional Trivial Pursuit categories: Entertainment, Geography, Sports & Leisure, Science and Nature, History, and Art & Literature.
Matt Proulx, Senior Vice President of Global Experiences, Partnerships and Music at Hasbro said: “After the incredible response to the MONOPOLY Leeds Takeover in 2024, we’re proud to collaborate with LeedsBID once again to reimagine another iconic brand in a bold new way.
"This is exactly how we think about Global Experiences at Hasbro - taking our brands beyond the table and creating experiences that are social, shareable and deeply connected to the communities they celebrate."
Andrew Cooper, Chief Executive of LeedsBID, said: “TRIVIAL PURSUIT Leeds is about celebrating everything about this great city, from those headline facts and figures people know to the lesser-known surprising details and discoveries.
“LeedsBID’s raison d’etre is to put Leeds on the map and tell the stories and successes of the city. Trivial Pursuit Leeds is doing just that, providing a free, fun and entertaining activity for all ages while sharing new and interesting achievements of this amazing place.”
Georgina Pellant -
9th August 2021 
