Police release video of the moment Sunderland right-wing thug Daniel Allan launches 'flying kick' at officer

The Met Police has released footage of right-wing thug Daniel Allan attacking a police officer at protests in London as they welcomed his prison sentence.
By Fiona Thompson
Published 28th Jul 2020, 11:08 BST
Updated 28th Jul 2020, 11:09 BST
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Daniel Allan, of Ridley Terrace in Hendon, was sentenced to 28 months in custody at Southwark Crown Court on Friday, July 24, after he earlier pleaded guilty to a charge of violent disorder.

The 35-year-old dad-of-two travelled from Sunderland to take part in a protest outside the Houses of Parliament in London on Saturday, June 13.

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That afternoon, having drank eight cans of lager, a shirtless and drunk Allan ran up to a group of police officers before kicking a police sergeant in the back, forcing him to fall to the ground.

The Metropolitan Police has released video capturing the moment Daniel Allan kicked one of its sergeants on duty during the Westminster protest.The Metropolitan Police has released video capturing the moment Daniel Allan kicked one of its sergeants on duty during the Westminster protest.
The Metropolitan Police has released video capturing the moment Daniel Allan kicked one of its sergeants on duty during the Westminster protest.

The officer sustained bruising to his back but was thankfully not seriously injured, with the court hearing told Allan had launched a “flying kick” at the sergeant as he faced away from his attacker.

A short while later, City of London Police officers recognised Allan due to his distinctive coloured clothing – a pair of luminous shorts - and he was arrested.

During interview, Allan expressed remorse for his actions and informed officers he travelled to London during lockdown to help protect police and statues.

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His court hearing was told he admitted to officers he had right-wing views and had downed eight cans that day.

Daniel Allan, 25, from Ridley Street in Sunderland, has been jailed for 28 months.Daniel Allan, 25, from Ridley Street in Sunderland, has been jailed for 28 months.
Daniel Allan, 25, from Ridley Street in Sunderland, has been jailed for 28 months.

He told police he decided to take part in the demonstration because he was angered by earlier Black Lives Matters marches.

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Detective Inspector Neil Gunn, who led one of the investigations into recent disorder, said: “This was an unprovoked and cowardly attack against one of our officers which we completely condemn.

"We welcome this sentence and I hope this brings comfort to the officer who was kicked – I know he’ll share my disgust in Allan’s actions.

Police look on as workers uncover the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square on June 17, after it was covered up to protect it from vandalism over the previous weekend.Police look on as workers uncover the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square on June 17, after it was covered up to protect it from vandalism over the previous weekend.
Police look on as workers uncover the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square on June 17, after it was covered up to protect it from vandalism over the previous weekend.
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“Allan was truly caught red-handed, his assault was not only shared widely on social media, it was also witnessed by a team of officers gathering video evidence.

"Thanks to the very distinctive colour of his shorts, he was arrested a short while later by City of London Police.

“Our investigations to trace those responsible for other acts of violence during demonstrations continue.”

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