Shocking: Moment Labour MP hits constituent in the street
Video footage has emerged of a Labour MP appearing to hit a constituent in the street.
The incident took place in Birmingham, England, on Friday, April 29. In the video, the MP, Roger Godsiff, can be seen arguing with a man outside a polling station.
The man, who has not been identified, appears to be trying to get Godsiff to shake his hand. Godsiff initially refuses, but then appears to strike the man in the face.
The man then falls to the ground, and Godsiff walks away.
The incident has been widely condemned, with many calling for Godsiff to resign. Labour leader Keir Starmer has said that he is "deeply concerned" by the video.
Godsiff has apologized for his actions, saying that he was "provoked" by the man.
What are the key facts of the incident?
- The incident took place in Birmingham, England, on Friday, April 29.
- The MP involved is Roger Godsiff.
- Godsiff appears to hit a man in the face.
- The man falls to the ground.
- Godsiff walks away.
- The incident has been widely condemned.
- Labour leader Keir Starmer has said that he is "deeply concerned" by the video.
- Godsiff has apologized for his actions, saying that he was "provoked" by the man.