Just Stop Oil Protesters Sentenced for Risking Drivers' Lives
Sentenced for Track Invasion at Formula One Race
Protestors Caused Immediate Risk of Serious Harm
A group of Just Stop Oil protesters have been found guilty of risking serious harm during a track invasion at the Formula One British Grand Prix. The incident, which occurred on July 3, 2022, saw multiple protestors run onto the track after the race had been red-flagged due to a crash. The protestors' actions caused Formula One chiefs to express concern that they will try to cause chaos at this weekend's British Grand Prix.
The group, which is understood to be from Just Stop Oil, tweeted demanding that the government "halt all new oil and gas projects" in the UK. The protestors' actions have been condemned by race organizers, who said they "put the lives of drivers and race officials at risk."
The protesters have been sentenced to 12 months in prison, suspended for 18 months. They have also been ordered to pay costs of £7,500 each.
Just Stop Oil is a climate activist group that has been protesting the British government's inaction on the climate crisis. The group has been involved in a number of high-profile protests in recent months, including disrupting oil terminals and blocking roads.
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