Far right activist Tommy Robinson has admitted that he wrongly accused a Glasgow father of filming children in a public park after sharing a misleading social media post.
The controversy began when a video of Quoroum Beg holding a mobile phone circulated online. Robinson shared the footage with his followers and described Beg as an “invader,” claiming he was filming children. Days later, Robinson removed the post and admitted the accusation was incorrect.
In a statement shared on X, Robinson said he “got it wrong” and acknowledged that others had also misunderstood the situation. However, he did not issue a direct apology to Beg.
Father Says the Correction
Quoroum Beg, who was born in the United Kingdom and lives in Glasgow with his family, said Robinson’s statement failed to address the damage caused.
Beg questioned whether Robinson regretted spreading false information or simply admitted making a factual mistake. He believes the correction did not recognize the emotional distress and fear the incident created.
Following the online attention, Beg said he now worries about his family’s safety. Police have provided him with an emergency contact number in case he feels threatened.
What Happened at the Glasgow Park?
According to Beg, he visited a local park in Glasgow’s Gorbals area with his three children on Sunday evening.
Later that night, an anti immigration demonstration moved toward the park. As the crowd approached, many parents quickly gathered their children and left the area because they felt uncomfortable.
Beg also returned home with his children before going back to collect his car. While there, he decided to record the demonstration on his mobile phone.
He said protesters directed chants about border control and protecting children toward him, making him feel personally targeted.
Video Was Shared With False Claims
Police officers reportedly advised Beg that continuing to film could increase tensions. He then sat on a nearby swing while holding his phone.
At that moment, someone at the demonstration recorded Beg and uploaded the footage online. The video quickly spread across social media with false claims that he had been filming children.
Robinson later shared the clip with his audience of around two million followers. After learning the true circumstances, he deleted the post and acknowledged his mistake.
Safety Concerns After Viral Post
Beg said the false accusation has left him feeling intimidated. He believes misinformation shared online can quickly create fear and place innocent people at risk.
Although Robinson corrected his post, Beg says the statement falls short because it does not fully acknowledge the personal impact of the false allegation.
The incident has also renewed concerns about how misleading social media posts can spread rapidly and affect the safety of individuals targeted by inaccurate claims.
