A tense scene unfolded at Westminster Magistrate’s Court this morning as Stephen Robinson arrived, facing questions surrounding an incident at Euston station.
The core of the dispute centers on access to Robinson’s iPhone. When asked to hand it over, he reportedly responded with defiant language, refusing to comply with the request.
Outside the court, Robinson asserted his profession, stating, “It’s my work, I’m a journalist.” He claimed the phone contained crucial information relating to the safety of “vulnerable girls,” suggesting the data held significant importance.
Prosecutors informed the court that the established legal procedures for protecting journalistic material had been clearly explained to Robinson. The situation highlights the delicate balance between investigation and press freedom.
Robinson’s recent arrest occurred at Luton Airport upon his return from Faro, Portugal. This followed the circulation of a video on social media depicting a confrontation at Euston station.
The video appeared to show Robinson near a person lying motionless on the floor. A voice in the footage can be heard alleging that Robinson initiated a physical altercation, stating, “He f*ing come at me.”
The clip shows Robinson then approaching a witness while station staff attended to the individual on the floor, repeating the claim that he had been approached first. The incident remains under investigation, with the contents of Robinson’s phone potentially holding key evidence.
