Overview
- The Met, which announced the charges Sunday, set first hearings for April 20, 27 and 29 at Westminster and Bexley magistrates' courts.
- Four people are accused of criminal damage at The Ritz after manure was poured on the floor on December 3, 2025.
- Another four face criminal damage charges after crumble and custard were thrown at the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London on December 6, 2025, with hearings listed for April 27.
- Separately, David Kilroy, 66, is charged with theft over an alleged organised shoplifting incident at a Sainsbury's in Lewisham on March 14, 2026, with a Bexley hearing on April 29.
- Deputy Assistant Commissioner James Harman said police distinguish lawful protest from crime and will act to disrupt the group where they suspect a wider plan involving organised shoplifting or unlawful shop occupations.