Hours later, Fox’s employer GB News introduced it was sacking him – after suspending the presenter final week for misogynistic feedback made about Ava Evans, the political journalist.
Five officers to make arrest ‘over the top’
Fox’s arrest follows widespread vandalism in opposition to Ulez cameras after Sadiq Khan, the London Mayor, expanded the controversial Ultra Low Emission Zone throughout all London boroughs in August.
Blade Runners, a secretive group of anti-Ulez activists, goal cameras that implement the £12.50-a-day cost enforced on some autos. They take their title from the dystopian 1982 science fiction movie, in which the eponymous Blade Runners have been tasked with searching down and killing fugitive human replicants.
Speaking to The Telegraph, Nigel Farage, the previous Ukip chief, mentioned sending so many officers to Fox’s deal with was “completely over the top”.
While he additionally opposes the Ulez scheme, Mr Farage accepted the Met’s resolution to arrest Fox.
He mentioned: “It was utterly excessive having 5 cops go to his home, however I used to be instructed as an MEP that lawmakers should not be lawbreakers.
“While Laurence isn’t an elected politician, he does lead a political social gathering and you may’t encourage or be an adjunct to crime.”
Statistics revealed by the Metropolitan Police present 795 crimes regarding Ulez cameras have been recorded in the six months as much as the tip of September. Of these, 595 have been stories of injury while the remaining 200 have been stolen.
Last month, a 52-year-old man was arrested in Bexley on suspicion of felony harm. He has been bailed till December 19 pending additional enquiries.
Previously a profitable actor, Fox performed Sergeant James Hathaway in detective drama Lewis. However, he’s now higher identified for his political beliefs.
Fox has two kids together with his ex-wife, Billie Piper, the actress and singer.
A Met Police spokesman mentioned: “Officers arrested a 45-year-old man on suspicion of conspiring to commit felony harm to Ulez cameras and inspiring or helping offences to be dedicated.
“He was arrested in Stockwell and has been taken to a south London police station the place he stays in custody.”
An announcement shared by Reclaim Party on Twitter on Wednesday learn: “This morning Laurence Fox was arrested at his dwelling in London and has been taken to a Police Station.
“No additional updates might be offered till extra info is accessible.”