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Neil Hyde & Ryan Merrifield

Pensioner jailed after posting offensive video aimed at Sikh community on TikTok

A pensioner has been jailed after posting an offensive video on TikTok aimed at the Sikh community.

Amrik Bajwa was arrested three days later and then appeared before magistrates where he admitted making the post.

The 68-year-old, of Slough, Berkshire, was today sentenced to 18 weeks' imprisonment after admitting one count of sending by public communication network an offensive/indecent/obscene/menacing message/matter.

A spokesman for Thames Valley Police said: "On July 19 last year Bajwa posted a video to TikTok that was offensive to the Sikh community.

"He was arrested three days later and charged via postal requisition on March 2 this year."

Bajwa admitted one count of sending by public communication network an offensive/indecent/obscene/menacing message/matter (HNP Newsdesk/Hyde News & Pictures Ltd)
Police said the sentence gives a 'clear message' (HNP Newsdesk/Hyde News & Pictures Ltd)

Investigating officer Sergeant Andrew Grant, based at Slough police station, said: "I would like to thank all of the key witnesses who offered their time and support to assist with this investigation.

"I am pleased with the sentence given, which provides a clear message that Thames Valley Police will not tolerate behaviour like that of Amrik Bajwa.

"As a force, we are committed to protecting our communities and ensuring that criminal actions which have the potential to undermine community cohesion are dealt with robustly."

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