Joey Barton Found Guilty of Six Charges in Offensive Tweets Trial
Joey Barton has been convicted on six counts of sending grossly offensive electronic communications with intent to cause distress or anxiety. The former England footballer faced trial at Liverpool Crown Court for posting offensive messages on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Details of the Verdict
Barton, who played for Manchester City, Queens Park Rangers, and Newcastle United, was acquitted of six similar charges by the jury. Wearing a Union Jack-style scarf in court, he showed no visible reaction as the jury delivered the verdict after two and a half hours of deliberation.
Charges Related to Football Commentators
- Guilty on two counts of sending offensive messages to female football commentators Eni Aluko and Lucy Ward.
- Not guilty on three other charges relating to them.
Charges Related to Broadcaster Jeremy Vine
- Guilty on four counts of sending grossly offensive communications to broadcaster Jeremy Vine.
- Not guilty on three charges connected to him.
"He has chosen to adorn himself with a particular flag which I suppose is a stunt to make a point." — Trial judge Andrew Menary
Barton, 43, will be sentenced on December 8 after a pre-sentence report is prepared. Judge Andrew Menary warned that all sentencing options remain open.
Author's summary: Joey Barton was convicted on six counts of sending offensive messages to public figures, highlighting legal consequences for online communications.
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