Man sentenced for breaking the law at anti-HS2 protest in Wendover
He assaulted two security guards and caused criminal damage
Last updated 7th Aug 2021
Ross Monaghan from Jones Hill Wood was found guilty of charges including two charges of assault and four charges of criminal damage.
After being found guilty, the 38 year old was made to pay £775 in costs, and £50 to both assault victims
It's in relation to offences that took place while he attended anti-HS2 protests at Jones Hill Wood in Wendover, between November 2020 and February this year.
He assaulted two security guards leaving bruising and has caused criminal damage to fences.
A Thames Valley Police spokesperson said:
“Monaghan has been sentenced accordingly in High Wycombe Magistrates’ Court for breaking the law while attending anti-HS2 protests in Jones Hill Wood in Wendover.
“Monaghan, and any member of the public, all have the right to protest and demonstrate peacefully and within the law. Police only become involved in such protests if individuals break the law.
“If this happens, police will take action as necessary and bring people to court, if they act unlawfully.
“Thames Valley Police will continue to facilitate the rights of the public to protest and demonstrate peacefully, alongside the rights of HS2 to conduct their lawful business.”