Pastor accused of 'inciting religious hatred' with UK street sermon, legal advocacy group says

Fox News - WorldEN 3 min read 100% complete by Ashley CarnahanFebruary 17, 2026 at 02:13 PM
Pastor accused of 'inciting religious hatred' with UK street sermon, legal advocacy group says

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In Bristol, England, Pastor Dia Moodley was arrested in November on suspicion of inciting religious hatred after delivering a street sermon. The legal advocacy group ADF UK, representing Moodley, reports that he is still awaiting a decision on potential criminal charges. Moodley was detained for eight hours and initially faced bail restrictions, later dropped, barring him from Bristol during the Christmas period. Police visited him again in January for a voluntary interview as the investigation continued. Avon and Somerset Police stated a 58-year-old man was arrested in November on suspicion of assault and a racially/religiously aggravated public order offense, later released under investigation. The police also noted a counter-allegation has been recorded and inquiries are ongoing.

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