A holidaymaker is accused of assaulting a protected seagull after the bird allegedly took food from him. According to reports, witnesses last week saw Jonathan “Jonny” Roberts grab and punch the seagull, which is described as a protected species. The bird was left with suspected fatal injuries, prompting backlash over the incident.
The accounts say Roberts has made comments to defend his actions, including references to punching the bird and criticism of public reaction, which he characterizes as an overreaction. Details of the alleged theft involve the seagull taking a fish burger priced at £9.
The reports agree that the incident occurred while Roberts was on holiday, that witnesses observed the attack, and that the seagull is protected. However, they do not provide additional court or police information within the supplied text about charges filed, legal proceedings, or the final determination of the bird’s condition. The central points remain the alleged assault, witness testimony, the bird’s protected status, and Roberts’ disputed explanation.
