Beheaded In The Street - Lee Rigby's Tragic Murder

[@Vanitasly]

As a Muslim Saudi woman, I’m so ashamed of cases like this. It’s so saddening that young people like them would choose to convert to an EXTREMIST and LUNATIC groups like this. Those same groups bombed malls and mosques here, they even got to the point of killing their OWN FAMILIES. I’ve lost 2 of my relatives to those terrorist attacks. I’m deeply heartbroken for Lee’s family especially his son who wouldn’t get to see his dad. May he rest in peace..

[@yusra2375]

I am so sorry for your loss, may Allah (swt) make it easy for you and your family & the ones who have been lost, may Allah make it easy for them in the afterlife ❤

[@melaninapeach9170]

don't be ashamed it has nothing to do with you. only ignorant ppl will blame all muslims for the acts of a few

[@Vanitasly]

@@yusra2375 allahumma ameen sister

[@Vanitasly]

@@melaninapeach9170 I can’t help it but feel shame cuz those terrorists associate their crimes with Islam. Also, thank you so much for the kind words ♥️

[@melaninapeach9170]

@@Vanitasly most muslim people are peaceful & non ignorant people know this.. don't carry shame for the acts of others. blessings 🙏🏽✨

[@chloe-sl7mh]

What that lady Ingrid did was one of the kindest and bravest acts I've heard in a true crime case from a member of the public.

[@perfectlyimperfect1095]

When Eleanor talked about what Ingrid did I started crying. She risked her own life to preserve the dignity of the body of a man who'd been so brutalised. I strongly believe that if it wasn't for her they wouldn't have hesitated to mutilate Lee's body even further. This case is heartbreaking.

[@hanywhiskey]

i got chills

[@rachiie6803]

Yeah risking your life for someone you don't know who is already dead? Does that seriously make sense?

[@valsummers7886]

@Rachiie I mean imagine if that was your child. Would you want someone to be desecrating their corpse? No, you wouldn't. I understand if YOU wouldn't risk your life to preserve someone's dignity by keeping them from further desecrating a corpse. I truly do understand, that is valid. They are already dead and by doing so you could end up with TWO bodies, it's a valid point. However, it's incredibly brave and respectable to risk your life to protect the dignity of someone's body, especially when they are no longer capable of doing so themself. I'd like to say that I'd do the same as her, however I really can't say without being in that situation. While it is understandable and valid to not do so yourself, at the same time it ISN'T okay to act like what she did wasn't an incredibly brave and honorable thing to do.

[@AnaOhKay]

@@rachiie6803 you lack humanity.

[@undeaddoeinc.407]

Imagine taking someone's life to help a community, but your act instead made that community suffer worse than where they were...

[@derp_dragons]

Imagine believing that by killing someone you're helping anyone.

[@annageracoulis]

This is why an eye for an eye was always a stupid concept. All it brings is more hatred

[@supersaturn0008]

@@annageracoulis precisely! An eye for an eye just leaves one person blind and the other feeling like a complete idiot.

[@joanodom2104]

@@supersaturn0008 That's not the actual quote, however, I like your version best!

[@supersaturn0008]

@@joanodom2104 wait there's a quote? I just remember hearing this, or something to this effect, somewhere. Maybe that was the quote. Edit: I just googled the quote, I did not know it was said by Gandhi! Learn something new everyday I guess

[@tazhienunurbusinezz1703]

I always have found terrorists to be weak cowardly people. They never go after the people who make the decisions they find so objectionable. It's pathetic.

[@tazhienunurbusinezz1703]

@@sol-leks6122 I absolutely believe they are weak & cowardly. If you can't handle someone not living the exact same life as you live without flipping out, that doesn't exactly scream mental fortitude. It screams baby fit.

[@ibm8561]

@@sol-leks6122 That is no reason to attack innocent people. Those terrorists do exactly what the bad people do to them, even worse, targeting the innocent, kids, women, unarmed defenseless people which makes them as bad if not worse…

[@ViniSocramSaint]

Guess it's a combination of tight security and lack of propper "guidance". They are not "weak" as they are blindly loyal enough to be prepared to kill and die for their beliefs (ret*rd*d... but still...), they just don't have a leader with political and sociological knowledge telling them who to hit to give devastating blows to government and get "rep points" and how to do propper propaganda to make the people not have such a bad idea of them. They are basically the same as internet right wingers, assert dominance by randomly killing small fish while high on doctrines. Just to be clear, I do not condone and do not wish they ever get a "propper leader"

[@niaram]

@@sol-leks6122 then attack the government, the leaders, the ones who make the calls to cause such damage, not those who didn’t make that call. that’s like getting fired and instead of yelling at the boss you yell at the co-workers

[@Acadian.FrenchFry]

@@sol-leks6122 Weak and cowardly is when you attack innocent civilians. Bravery is when you fight against leaders and governments.

[@perfectlyimperfect1095]

When Eleanor talked about what Ingrid did I started crying. She risked her own life to preserve the dignity of the body of a man who'd been so brutalised. I strongly believe that if it wasn't for her they wouldn't have hesitated to mutilate Lee's body even further. This case is heartbreaking.

[@ShaylaGooden]

Same I cried

[@jessiewilson1022]

It is ridiculous that some people can be this cruel against innocent poeple

[@FlyingHawlucha]

@@meeeeez_ you obviously haven’t seen bots in comment sections before

[@freyaeliza0]

@@CB2622 What is wrong with you…

[@josephine1590]

I feel like this is what the ACAB movement is gonna lead to

[@abirk4538]

@@josephine1590 what do you mean

[@mevale7547]

@@CB2622 how so?

[@hanp7222]

I was a teenager when this happened and of muslim background. Like any normal person I was horrified when finding out what happened, but an uneasiness settled in when we found out it was done in the name of our religion. There is always a collective guilt the Muslim community are made to feel when it comes to these attacks, and no matter how much we try to explain how extremism is not a part of our religion, and how it affects us negatively too - we are always expected to condemn, as if it is a part of us. When Islamophobia increased over the years due to similar incidents, my family always told us to not appear visibly Muslim; I wish people realised that those who are actually practicing the faith, just want to live peacefully. Thank you for raising awareness on the impact this had on our community, and may Lee Rigby rest in peace.

[@tkinsanegaming9511]

I'm so sorry to you and others who have to suffer through this

[@B.entries]

It’s sad, but unfortunately it’s really difficult to disassociate from a crime committed in the name of religion. For christians its the KKK and bigoted cults , for muslims its people like these and other organisations, for hindus it’s RSS etc . When extremists lean on religion as the reason of an attack , it becomes difficult for normal people in the religion as all eyes are on them.

[@Pulapaws]

Really people can be very evil period and they hide behind anything to justify their evil. There was people in a vampire cult that killed people because they was evil. Even people that don’t believe in a God murder someone just to know how it feels to murder someone. Evil come in all races, backgrounds, sex, beliefs and ages the human nature can be very wicked at its core. That the main reason why you put do trust in man period.

[@bluerosegurl]

Not "as if" then as it sounds like it affects your community.

[@jacobpharo3640]

I'm so sorry! I couldn't imagine your situation. As a Christian white female it make me literally sick when white Christian are racist or use God to spread hate. It makes us all look terrible. I'm not saying I understand your situation but from my own experiences I am truly sorry. 💯 nothing but love in my heart regardless race religion gender or serial preferences. I'm so blessed my parents taught me love for everyone. Some people are not so lucky to be raised in love and not hate. Not saying it gives anyone the right to hurt anyone no matter their home life*** I do understand some good people come from bad homes and some bad people come from God homes***

[@tabinakamalupm721]

The way Eleanor presents this case is simply spectacular. Making the bad guys look like the bad guys and clearing out misconceptions. Thank you.

[@oliviagrace6914]

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life John 3:16

[@athenaarrow9540]

@@oliviagrace6914 .....

[@blackmetaltrajano3715]

Homophobe

[@tabinakamalupm721]

@@blackmetaltrajano3715 excuse you

[@blackmetaltrajano3715]

@@tabinakamalupm721 H O M O P H O B E

[@sabrinashah8868]

You Eleanor Neale, are by far one of my fave true crime KZbinr’s. I admire the level of respect you give to your cases & the respect you have for all humankind. I being a disabled Muslim women, who uses a walking stick would have shielded this innocent man from these animals. I would have loved to be there to defend innocent Lee Rigby with my stick & tell those animals that this is not Islam & they should be ashamed of calling themselves Muslims. Hope his family’s doing ok, & may Lee Rigby rest in peace!

[@agnemostin3523]

If u like Eleanor you should check out kendal rea :) they are friends amazing KZbinr as well

[@grace.stewartt4224]

❤️❤️❤️

[@wendychavez5348]

You, Sabrina, are a wonderful human being! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and your intent to defend.

[@chloecameron355]

another good youtuber is emma kenny!! x

[@sabrinashah8868]

I love Kenal Rea & Emma Kenny is my absolute fave. These ladies are doing a great job, especially making us aware of so many dangers & signs to be aware of.

[@zeynepbingol3460]

Eleanor I’ve always loved ur videos and as a Muslim girl I really appreciate how you made it so clear that these disgusting men have nothing to do with our religion. I feel so ashamed that they took “Islam” as a way to justify their sick acts!

[@knottedtwig3289]

t was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “Allah has prepared (reward) for those who go out (to fight) in His cause: ‘And do not go out except (to fight) for Jihad in My cause, out of faith in Me and belief in My Messengers, but he has a guarantee from Me that I will admit him to Paradise, or I will return him to his dwelling from which he set out, with the reward that he attained, or the spoils that he acquired.’

[@Lina_al_j]

@@knottedtwig3289 jihad means struggle or effort in arabic. So its easy to leave jihad in there without translating, because people just think this means holy war. What it refers to is the personal struggle muslims go thru while trying to abide by the rules, as that is not always easy - like fasting in ramadan in the heat for example etc.

[@Devils_Advocate423]

Most decent and thinking people know the difference. I live in the US and although I’m not Muslim I am African American and I know what it’s like to have the majority of people assume things about you. I often find myself explaining to people the difference between religion & extremism. We have Christian extremists here…they often made up of hate groups like the KKK and ones like it. But no one ever blames religion when the hate and violence is committed with white hands. But it’s very easy for most to blame this extremist behavior on religion when the religion is Muslim. So I agree with you. I appreciate how she always takes the time to clarify these details for viewers.

[@quinnmallory9025]

As a non-muslim, i LOVE islam.! like the true islam. my best friend grew up in afghanistan and only been in the west for 3 years now, and my god his religion is so beautiful. and he genuinely doesn’t judge, unlike the christian’s in the west these days. I’m literally a trans women and he told me his Sect doesn’t care, even in the middle east! Islam truly is a loving religion and i’m so sad that the media wants to paint it as hateful

[@quinnmallory9025]

@@Devils_Advocate423 Well said!

[@SixtySecondYoga]

This is an example of a time where “an eye for an eye” does not work out. Yes, the British army did unspeakable crimes, yes, these terrorists then enacted an unspeakable crime against a British soldier. Did it help the victims of the British army? No. Did it help Iraq? No. Did it help Muslims? No. In fact, it made things worse for them. It didn’t even succeed in highlighting what was wrong with the British army, if anything it distracted from it. There are so many ways that they could have brought attention to the cruelty of the British army and the war, but instead they needlessly took a life. It’s horrible. Rest in peace.

[@v0dka885]

i won't say the british army did those crimes, they were following orders from their commanders and the government.

[@SixtySecondYoga]

@@v0dka885 the Nazis were following orders from their commanders and the government. What’s your point?

[@axyridis9436]

"An eye for an eye" never works, the whole phrase is "an eye for an eye makes the whole world blind" It's so often misquoted to change the meaning

[@barbarella.artist]

@@SixtySecondYoga and most those nazis were just in the army … and had no idea I REPEAT no idea what was happening in the camps. What’s your point? That a lot of nazis fought and died for their countries and thought they were doing the right thing only to be absolutely shocked and disgusted when the camps were liberated 😅 Nice try but your comment actually is the opposite of what you are trying to say 😅 In fact it was only a very very small amount of nazis responsible for the war crimes and camps and hence they are the ones who were punished for it ( not the thousands of men on the front lines fighting and dying with Russia and polish armies) 😅

[@taposherabeya7857]

@@v0dka885 lucifer effect!

[@mariem8705]

I started crying when you talked about Ingrid, I can only imagine the fear but also the fierce determination to not move. Her eyes must’ve been something because she stopped those things.

[@adrianachong9029]

Truly heartbreaking because of how senseless this crime was. My heart breaks for this young man in the prime of his life that died just because he existed. You also handled the subject matter and the religious aspect of this with such poise, consideration and heart. We can tell how this case affected you and that you are invested in helping to stop stereotypes and hate.

[@karenboctor6809]

Hey El, could you please do a case on two women who became serial killers in Egypt. They’re called ‘Raya and Sakina’ and they’re the most prolific killers in Egypt ever. Been waiting for a case for a while though so I’m excited for this one. :)

[@CruppyPie]

I’m from Egypt too and i know how big this case was bag then and I would love to see Eleanor cover it

[@karenboctor6809]

@@CruppyPie I’m actually not from fully from Egypt but I know how big this case was and nobody on KZbin covers it as it is from the Middle East so, I’d be really happy if she does a case on it because of how unknown this whole killing spree is.

[@cay5423]

That sounds interesting I hope she does do the video!

[@IsengardMordor]

How many dıd they kill in total

[@Alicietta222]

omg that would be so cool

[@blondspaghettie2613]

The fact u r starting to do known but unkown cases more and more often is amazing and the way u tell the story gets better everytime, ive been watching u for the last maybe 2 years and i havent regretted my decision to subscribe yet

[@anneulysse8051]

@RaptorRun she post every week, 1 times a week. It’s usually Monday unless she’s not done with it or said something on Twitter. Sometimes she has true crime week or valencrime week and stuffs

[@blondspaghettie2613]

@Gareth Davies yes the guys is getting decapitated and thats truly sad that happened to him, and yes ill gladly say and anyone will gladly say that elenor delivers the story with that sadness and grief so yes ill gladly say i appreciate her channel and storytelling so take ur hating comment ass somewhere else its not like i said anything bad abt the dead dude, so pls consider the fact that we are allowed to appreciate her content and i dont see u commenting on the dead dude, so how abt do that before u reply to my comment

[@henryofskalitz5212]

RIP LEE

[@jen1802]

This event is so distressing and shameful. The judge's statement that this was a betrayal of their religion is exactly what I was thinking throughout the video. Violent, hateful, murderous people who."hide" behind religion are disgusting. It is also shameful that some people "took revenge" against members of an entire religion. Such a sad, twisted murder that took a young man's life and led to further violence. From ancient times to the present there have been atrocities committed in the name of practically all religions by extremists, by individuals and in groups . . . I am admittedly uninformed regarding ALL religions, but I do feel these horrendous acts are against the teachings of religion of any type and therefore are sins, no matter the God each individual professes to worship. The men in this case behaved dishonorably and despicably. Thank you for your delivery and explanation of this case, it really got me thinking and researching the beliefs of of other religions outside my own Christianity. Keep up the good work!

[@agcupcakestudiosslove]

Quran (3:151) - “Soon shall We cast terror into the hearts of the Unbelievers, for that they joined companions with Allah, for which He had sent no authority.”Ive heard that the quran says kill non muslims

[@davedavidson8152]

Thats kind of BS. As someone who has taken the time to read the Quran, its an extremely hateful book towards non-believers in Allah. Some of the very first lines are about non-believers being less than human. All religion is disgusting but Islam is actually evil. Not Muslims mind you, they are people who deserve love and respect. The religious text is fairly disgusting though.

[@PizzaSpinner]

@@grantmclean4744 just remember that you only hear sensationalism when it comes to things like that. There are many many Islamic people who are peaceful and mindful of others, just like any other group of religious people. Imagine if people were terrified of all Christians because of the actions of murderers who say they killed because it was a "message from God," or the Christians who killed hundreds of women during witch hunts

[@stephenalex4345]

@@neelumtauseef Shall I point out examples within various religious that show they're not peaceful?

[@hellsbelle7533]

@heena you mean when Christians were doing this several HUNDREDS OF YEARS AGO?? Ugh

[@mayalee04]

I’ve noticed some comments about her weight and that is not okay. It’s like people can’t win no matter what. If you’re bigger and don’t want to lose weight people shame you but if you take on a healthier lifestyle and lose weight people question you. She owes nobody an explanation for her choice to change how she looks or the amount of makeup she wears.

[@lindseyking1000]

Right?! She’s also grown older too. Your body changes multiple times throughout the years. You can see her features maturing throughout her videos.

[@Kika33000]

Wow I’ve actually never read those comments. But she’s ALWAYS been beautiful and her personality makes her drop dead (lol)

[@horii1996]

I just wanna know how she’s doing and what her tips are! I’m on my own health journey and even had weight loss surgery a year ago. I would love to know what is working for her and her healthy ideals!

[@louisims5811]

If anyone is gonna talk about her weight they should congratulate her on losing a tremendous amount of weight and looking healthy and good

[@nicolawhittington9302]

Word

[@jooper3545]

I was in the army in 2013 and, when this happened, we were all banned from wearing/using military kit outside of work because it made us targets. We wasn't allowed to use the issued bags when we travelled home, we wasnt allowed to wear kit when leaving camp to get lunch etc. Anything that could identify us as military outside of camp was banned.

[@sparklingwater1430]

I heard about that was it a wide spread ban or localised to your area?

[@honestreviews7276]

That’s kind of like telling women not to wear a short skirt in case they provoke rape. It shouldn’t be the case. Teach these barbarians murder isn’t ok instead of teaching people how to avoid being murdered.

[@sparklingwater1430]

@@honestreviews7276 the world is full of sickos and it won’t change

[@v0dka885]

@@sparklingwater1430 not if we start torturing, skinning and cannibalizing the scum that are leeching off our money in prison for the murder of innocent lives.

[@gaiar4890]

@@honestreviews7276 im pretty sure everyone knows murder isnt ok, attempting to keep a little safer is better than nothing

[@Beniceee.]

The judge literally said what all of us as muslims would say if we were there + I love how respectful eleanor is with all the cases she covers , she always knows what to say and i never disagreed with any opinion she had the amount of respect and love i have for this girl is just unexplainable ❤️ i hope u achieve great things in ur life and good luck sis ❤️❤️

[@Lina_al_j]

Wanted to say pretty much the same thing. I really respect elenor for being so educated on issues like minorities, religion etc. Literally no muslim i know supports extremist views and i live in a muslim country and am a muslim myself.

[@melody-13]

“These are just normal police, not armed police.” “UK police don’t shoot to kill, they shoot to disarm.” “They’re not trying to kill these men, they’re trying to keep people safe.” As an American it’s sad that police here don’t even consider this as a possibility. Well done for those police for securing the situation and protecting the people from further harm. Such a brutal case. Eleanor, you did a great job as always telling this story.

[@annageracoulis]

Right? I was thinking about how awesome it was that these guys were forced to face the consequences of their actions. In America they would’ve gotten killed instantly, therefore taking the cowards way out of their little statement

[@learabee]

Well said, and agreed.

[@johnsbananashawol7054]

i’m sorry you live in a country with police like that :(( i’ve read about the justice system in america in an article before and it’s so bad how do they even get away with killing them?!? the police are meant to protect people including victims, the public and attackers to get justice not becoming the murderer themselves

[@astrowolvez]

I’ve often wondered if cops are going to shoot why not aim somewhere not fetal. But when I do ask that ai always get angry comments saying that it’s impossible and there’s no way it’s possible not to shoot to kill.

[@emeryltekutsu4357]

@@johnsbananashawol7054 It's actually greatly overblown. Look at how many interactions police have with people in the US, and how often they end badly. Do bad cops exist? Yeah. We have over 300 million people, of course you'll find bad cops. Do incidents happen sometimes? Sure. But it's EXTREMELY RARE. There are plenty of cases where police go extremely out of their way to subdue suspects rather than kill. I just saw one where the suspect was literally eating another person and they still fought and subdued him instead of killing. Most shootings occur because someone is fighting/resisting and they're a threat. Like if you're threatening to get a weapon and run off with children while fighting the police, they're going to shoot you. They're not going to let you drive away armed with children you may murder (just one of the cases people usually misrepresent). Otherwise, normal people here don't expect to be shot, which is why they call the police. It's also why you see people who complain about the police get in their faces and harass them - they know the police they're complaining about aren't going to shoot them. If they were in another country they sure as hell wouldn't be so brave.

[@ThePopushi]

Thank you for being so compassionate towards the fact that Lynn Rigby does NOT have to forgive those men. Everyone needs to stop fetishizing forgiveness and pay attention to the healing power of incandescent rage. Forgiveness being "necessary" to move on is so fucking stupid and such a boomer mindset. You never have to forgive *anyone* ever, in the face of your trauma. That's for you yourself to choose, and no one else. God I love Gen Z. You guys understand this lesson in empathy so well.

[@ruintherenaissance]

@Konstantin Dahlin There are ways to seek peace and let go without forgiving your abuser. It is not necessary and just like people can choose to forgive, they can also choose not to. It's up to the individual, and that's exactly what op was trying to convey, which you seemingly misunderstood.

[@LeahLestrange]

I agree with this so much. I used to be in an extremely abusive and violent relationship, and I don't forgive him for shit. I've accepted what happened to me, I'm moving on fantastically with life. But forgiving isn't going to help me grow. And it's the same here - more so. . I would never forgive anyone who hurt or killed my son.

[@bespectacledheroine7292]

Forgiveness is for things like being called names or being ignored, not forgiving those things could be called petty. Not forgiving the murderer of a loved one is more than justified.

[@girlie_ch33se20]

@Konstantin Dahlin yes, but it’s not NECESSARY. Some people genuinely don’t deserve forgiveness, it doesn’t mean the victim hasn’t moved on or found peace, it just means they don’t forgive that person for what they’ve done, which is understandable. Not forgiving someone for what they’ve done to you doesn’t mean you’re gonna stay bitter and resentful for the rest of your life, which is what a lot of people think.

[@Dances.In.Storms]

Why the constant misinformation that every single difference of opinion has to be attributable to some made up generational ideology. Is this not just another way to divide and spread resentment? Much like the attempts to spread resentments amongst differing religious groups. I think it's long past the time that this destructive narrative stopped .

[@King-cv4uc]

As s Muslim from Nigeria, their actions is so disgusting and moreover the aftermath of the event is just so horrible, May He rest in peace and May those people find peace admist the horrible situation they are experiencing

[@jjjmac2003]

Hard to believe this poor young man was killed in such a horrible way in broad daylight on a public street while he was in uniform. My thoughts are with his family especially his mother.

[@halle-blu6598]

makes me so sad as a veterans daughter. He was just trying to go to work😢

[@TheLuigi69]

Hiya I believe he was wearing a Help for heroes t-shirt... bless his heart ! Such a despicable , sickening murder 🙏🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@cielto1]

Eleanor I already loved you, but you understanding that this is not a representation of Islam touched me. I am a Muslim and live with the hatred of others because of my belief. Those extremist groups has nothing to do with Islam just as the KKK and other such groups has nothing to do with Christianity. Much love 💜

[@saumiarigui7876]

That's true...many peoples don't know the differences only the world leaders and the experts on islamic religion ...the word "islam' meaning is "peace !not war not murders not hates etc...I'm from belguim,excuse my language faults 🙈eleanor neale I love u and I watch ur video's always,and I buy things what u commend?🙈

[@amandabee2246]

Love thisss racism ,hate and just evilness is not tied to skin colour or religion every race can be racist and evil can hide behind religion but does not mean it speaks for it. I know so many wonderful Muslim people of all races and its a beautiful religion that gets a bad name.

[@brandonduet7771]

@@amandabee2246 ever race can be racists?? Yea try telling that to black people. Only whites can be racists. At most, blacks may be prejudice.

[@Ellamarss]

People with brain cells know that there’s always the extremists in each religion and unfortunately those are the loudest too

[@lindaannkroeker6716]

Much love to you Deb

[@Janinebignell]

So glad you're covering this story. I remember this vividly and it was absolutely horrifying. My thoughts are still with Lee and his family.

[@SM-ef5rl]

Yeah it’s barbaric

[@prettyafricangirl8046]

I had nightmares after this..my friend lived at the flat right next to where it happened in Woolwich...terrifying

[@EvilStrikesTrueCrimeChannel]

It really was unbelievable. Seeing the footage disturbed me for a long time. My friend knew him and he took a long time to recover.

[@user-eg9zz3ve2l]

@@prettyafricangirl8046 I attended the primary school infront of it and it was devestating,

[@prettyafricangirl8046]

@@user-eg9zz3ve2l oh wow and this was almost during lunchtime hours...must have been traumatic

[@FlyingHawlucha]

Remember this like it was yesterday the kids at school were saying his head was on the pavement and the teachers were saying his head was still attached but barely. It was the talk of the school for around 2 days. Multiple pictures showing the man wielding the machete and the blurred out image of Lee

[@lindseyrenee4202]

Did you go to school with him?

[@joanodom2104]

@@lindseyrenee4202 The victim was 25. The commenter was a schoolboy at the time.

[@jadexmua9356]

They attempted to behead him but were not successful. The school right by the scene was placed into lockdown until the scene was under control and parents were going crazy with worry that this was happening literally yards away from the school. It was a horrible day

[@FlyingHawlucha]

@@joanodom2104 thank you

[@dominiquexo4772]

Is there a video?

[@fridarl383]

I remember this happening. I was on my way from Queen Elizabeth hospital having just given birth 2 days before and taking my baby home. I literally just drove past just before this happened. I walk past that scene every Sunday on my way to church. I have to stop everytime to pay my respects. It was truly shocking and heartbreaking R.I.P

[@katiee22ify]

I remember when this happened. The BBC news handled it badly without warning to those watching they broadcasted the video of the murderer with the murder weapon in his hand and his hands covered in blood. I was shocked it made me feel sick because you just knew what he had not long done.

[@annaclark1234]

remember seeing this live on the news when i was so young, it was so traumatising. later studied this case at uni doing journalism & they widely discussed how it defo should not have been on the news. pretty sure they showed it on tv at like 4pm as well, shocking

[@dh2032]

@@annaclark1234 no body make mistakes that bad, with pre-recorded stuff, if it was say a live" broadcast" but even then, there nobody watch what's going out to air?, but what they show recorded a passer-by's mobile phone, some body tool the video, most sent it, BBCs asked for, at any stage, no body asked, check, what they had asked for, and just dumped video clip, live straight to air on the news program, very likely to have happen like that?

[@annaclark1234]

@@dh2032 if i remember correctly a reporter spoke to the main perpetrator whilst being live but i could be wrong, it was 10 years ago. even still i don’t think it’s right to broadcast things like this moments after it’s happened

[@davidgideon1978]

When I was a young boy in Indiana, younger than 10 - so over 30 years ago, my Grandpa became missing whilst fishing. His boat was found on the water, but, no sign of him. Shortly afterward, mind is fuzzy on details this long later, there was a breaking news break. Seems they found my Grandfather, dead in the water, from an apparent suicide. With his arms tied behind his back no less. Anyway, this relates because I'll never forget the news showing my Grandfather's body being taken out of the water. Still remember the exact outfit he was in. Needless to say, the truth has never been found in his case.

[@RykerJones28]

I remember the reports vividly and they were so explicit. They also did the same when Gaddafi was killed and they also handled the coverage of Grenfell awfully too.

[@Txganixx]

As I kept listening to this video, I recognised it more and more and I found out my dad actually knew this man, not very well but they both went to Afghanistan together and I believe were similar age at the time. Mum refers to this story a lot because we’ve always supported help for heroes and we wear the jumpers too. Breaks my heart

[@halle-blu6598]

exact same with my dad i did wonder before watching this the background behind the jumpers and everything

[@elevenangel]

I volunteered at a Help for Heroes store at the time of this attack, where we wore the Help for Heroes hoodies as uniform. When the attack happened we were all told to wear the "uniform" in the store, but to remove it as soon as we left the store and made our journey home. For safety, as they feared follow up attacks could occur.

[@fara5295]

Michael Adebolajo went to my local college and a teacher there had taught him. She talked about the type of person he was and how capable he was. It’s sad that things can change so drastically over the years. Rip Lee

[@itzAurora_Xoxo]

Imagine how his poor parents felt, same with lees parents ..heartbreaking all around

[@karenmorente7589]

That woman who used herself as a shield was very brave and I'm proud of her.

[@Cherryyyyycoke66]

I love how you handled this case.. there’s a very sensitive stigma regarding extremist groups that identify to religions and blame their actions on religious beliefs. You handled it so well and I appreciate you mentioning the hate crimes triggered by the misleading and twisting news reports, it’s truly disgusting. This attack was also disgusting but in no way should be linked to religion as it was a betrayal of their faith as the judge said. Beautifully handled, and again thanks Eleanor xx. Such a heartbreaking case, god bless his family.

[@ruserious8278]

@Aaisha well said

[@pappamojovcheroes2442]

And made money from via your views

[@ruserious8278]

@@pappamojovcheroes2442 well thats how yt works, is there a problem

[@stillmagic714]

@@pappamojovcheroes2442 do you get paid for your job?

[@faithkh7734]

I hate people and groups that do these horrendous things and acts under the name of religion when it's just not it... This is such a sad event that happened

[@khad6314]

what?? in the name of religion??? if your talking about islam, it isnt like that.

[@faithkh7734]

@@khad6314 I know , I'm Muslim myself I'm saying I just hate when people do shit in the name of a religion when the religion isn't like that

[@anamiosonami]

@@khad6314 that's not what they said at all

[@siffe3336]

I mean religion is quite a personal thing though, there are so many different interpretations and people find ways to ignore parts of it they dislike and emphasize the things they do like. Every religion has different groups within that religion and they will all argue with each other on what is really the correct beliefs and practices, soo like they can def do it in the name of religion and be correct about it since like religion is how you personally interpret it to be, so it is their own personal interpretation of that religion. Like for example my religious friends don't deny that people commit hate crimes against gay people because of their religion, they acknowledge that yeah it is a part of the religion, it's history, teachings and writings, but they interpret the religion differently and emphasize the more peaceful parts.

[@faithkh7734]

@@siffe3336 yeah you do have a point, you're right

[@alwaysanonymous295]

What’s most jarring about this case is when someone’s in the army, you wait for something bad to happen when deployed. When they’re home, you think they’re safe and out of danger 🤔

[@taramay8174]

Nope. Psychopaths everywhere

[@Office_chair]

I'm not in the army but I really don't know how they could think that since here lately it feels like anywhere you go is dangerous especially in America. I feel like you can't be safe anywhere.

[@nerfaz]

When I heard the trigger warnings I wasn’t sure I wanted to watch this video but I’m so glad I did because the way you explained how this behaviour is not Islamic was beautiful. Thank you for your videos and I hope Lee’s family have found some strength to continue on and keep his memory alive.

[@tonib597]

I remember this case. Stuck with me for weeks and weeks. Even thinking about it now and watching this video makes my skin crawl and I’m almost 21!

[@nicolasmith4181]

Same here!! I’m nearly 25 but I remember seeing this on the news and I live all the way in the pacific.. absolutely gut churning stuff

[@beautifulbutterfly3939]

@@nicolasmith4181 guess what??? Michael Adebowale has COVID-19 and he's seriously ill.

[@teew4496]

Thank you for addressing the fact that so many Muslims suffered as a consequence of this awful murder. As a Muslim and a convert, this had such a negative impact on our communities. Extremism exists in ALL religious/political communities and unfortunately people who already have "issues" tend to get indoctrinated fairly easily.

[@Carlos271aht]

Shame on you

[@MohammedAli-hl4mr]

@@Carlos271aht WHY

[@lyanneroberts7936]

@@Carlos271aht shame on you weak mentality

[@MohammedAli-hl4mr]

@Alex Williams true but they don't have a country so they have no real reason to become extremists of any kind given how badly that would turn out for them and how they are the ones already being persecuted

[@MohammedAli-hl4mr]

@Alex Williams I mean their own country like how Christianity has many Christian majority countries where Christianity is hegemonic

[@julz167]

this story has a huge impact on people in the army even to this day. I am an

[@lilysteel2785]

The attack was senseless and cruel. Thoughts and prayers to Lee Rigby and his family 🤍🤍🤍 I pray nothing like this happens again.

[@hewipotato]

I'm a Muslim and really afraid of these kind of extremists in the name of "Islam". Thank you for pointing out how peaceful Islam is. The rest of us are just trying to live the best of our lives and all these extremists are definitely not our representative.

[@Arksteelersfan]

Islam isn't peaceful!! They will kill you for saying anything that scrutinizes Allah, the sun god!

[@smpb4774]

Exactly

[@eparkinson46]

We hear you ❤ bad people don't represent the whole community and it will never be a good enough excuse to preach hate under any circumstance

[@Urfave]

Ikr

[@divyamuraleedharan2820]

Then why Syria and Taliban became like that?.. Thousands of women and kids were decapitated... What was there mistake???

[@angelaneale4286]

Well Ellie you know how proud of you I am but you told this case with such respect and understanding. Hopefully people will listen and learn from this my heart goes out to lee’s family it’s so heartbreaking x

[@serpie2482]

My heart is broken, he had such a good life ahead of him, a family and children. He didn’t deserve to be killed like that. Rest in peace Lee Rigby

[@serpie2482]

My heart also goes out to Ingrid, I can only imagine how traumatic that must have been

[@vikzytoria]

For such a horrendous case, I have NEVER heard of his story and it amazes me. That is absolutely terrifying and omg his family. 😭😭

[@abbyrobinson7171]

I know right I live an hour and half away from where it happened i often drive into London and this poor poor lad was serving our country,our queen and you have this happening in our streets. Heart breaking. Rip Lee xxx

[@victorias.1685]

I’d love to see you do a video on Kristin Smart. She’s a college student who disappeared in 1996 in California and they only charged someone this year. They haven’t found Kristin to my knowledge, but it’s pretty clear that she was buried on a property owned by the defendants for a time and there was never enough to get a warrant. They only recently were able to get access to the property and based on cadaver dogs and radar it looks like there was biological evidence as well as indications the body was moved recently before the search happened in 2021. I’m not sure what evidence prompted them finally obtaining access. That house was rented out shortly after the murder, with brand new concrete having been added to the back yard. The couple that rented the property kept hearing a watch alarm going off and it was coming from the concrete slab until one day it stopped (presumably due to the battery dying). It was happening at 4 or 4:30 every morning…..which is when she got up to practice swimming. The same couple also found an earring that appeared to be half of a set missing from Kristin’s things. The cops lost the earring. The tenants weren’t there very long and family of the defendants moved in and kept the cops away for over two decades. I haven’t seen any videos on this one on the crime podcasts I watch and I’d love to see you do one.

[@CharlieHorse4363]

I know about this case! What’s the update? Who did they finally arrest?

[@artemis2308]

@@CharlieHorse4363 Paul Flores. The guy who was last seen with her.

[@CharlieHorse4363]

@@artemis2308 thanks for letting me know!!

[@seasyrenn]

Always saddened by humans being so unimaginably cruel to one another because of political and religious reasons,really hits another level..growing up in this era of mass shooting,mass killings makes me feel so nauseated with how easily people give in into hatred 😞

[@cc97143]

He was in the army. He more than likely killed civilians in Afghanistan soooo

[@blazemajestic358]

I would like to thank you Elenor. I knew lee in life in fact I have photos of him in his army uniform and queens guard uniform. My uncle was stationed with him many time and worked as a beefeater along side him. You did an amazing job at telling this story. You did it so respectfully. I truly appreciate it.

[@fifi8663]

Ugh this is literally my FAVOURITE channel! Thank you El for such a gracious and respectful delivery of this case! Amazing as always

[@nerdmaid1240]

I remember this all so well. Michael Adebowale’s mother lived near me at the time. I felt so awful for her. As far as everyone knew she was a good woman who hated the direction his life had taken. We also saw from our back bedroom the raid on a flat that we assumed belonged to one of his friends, in the days after the incident. The whole time was scary. Sirens everywhere, not knowing if anyone else was involved or if they too would do anything. It breaks my heart every time that this senseless thing happened.

[@hayzeey8632]

Thank you for covering this case, Eleanor. I grew up here, and remember this day so well. We just sat and watched the news horrified. Thank you for being a part of keeping Lee's name alive 💜

[@__frootloops]

"Because people do buys knives, for innocent reasons. To like, make their dinner” 😭😭 my favourite line of this video

[@cairo3336]

Remember this like it was yesterday, and this happened when I was 12 years old. I remember coming home from school and hearing all sorts of stories about his head being decapitated or his head being nearly decapitated. He just shook me to the core when I heard that.

[@saralynn518]

Your passion for justice, your humanity, your empathy - it's why I watch you. Here in America, the major event that happened was 9/11. The response by some Americans to vilify and disrupt the lives of the Muslim community because of the actions of EXTREMESITS was beyond comprehension. It honestly changed the way Muslims live among non-Muslims...TO THIS DAY. People are profiling out of fear, but it's no excuse. The same goes for other races and religions that are profiled daily. The ignorance is so strong than innocent people can't even live their normal lives day to day without feeling their own fear. I certainly hope there are millions more people out there like you. You are a great person.

[@monstrkidd]

it’s so kind to see that the footage didnt show the full hit, since they very clearly had the footage. one of my own friends recently died, and the news that recovered the incident didn’t show the aftermath, and it’s so kind to know people don’t intentionally show what happened after. and it is *so* horribly wrong for what happened to the Muslim community, they don’t deserve what happened after this whole incident.

[@caitlinday6011]

It never fails to break my heart how we can treat our fellow humans.

[@tate4565]

I live a little away from where this happened, and I still remember all the police cars flying by our car and my mum wondering aloud what had happened. I was just a kid but I remember that everyone was terrified for weeks afterwards, like my school brought in a bunch of security measures and I remember every day for weeks we were rehearsing what to do if a security alarm went off

[@teetee7049]

The thing that got me the most was all the crap that followed. All the racism, those EDL marches and protests that went on. I remember being in woolwich one one of those days, there were just hoards of bald white men getting off the trains and walking through the square, I was honestly horrified that day as I got so many dirty looks and we all had abuse hurled at us. Ruined the area for absolutely ages.

[@poppy7407]

Please do the Gabriel Fernandez case. It’s one of the saddest and most disturbing cases I’ve seen. The boy who died was only 8 at the time. Love your videos so much 🖤✨

[@hellobeanie3615]

did you watch the documentary on netflix about it?

[@IdkIdk-hm6vf]

she’s said before she doesn’t do mainstream cases

[@PeruvianPotato]

​@@IdkIdk-hm6vfWasn't this a mainstream case though?

[@slavmurderanalysttruecrime3070]

Only OG's remember Eleanor's old videos.... with the different lightning, make up, hair, quality.... SO PROUD of u for coming this far. SLAY QUEEN!!!

[@kimberlyhood4095]

She had the most organized nail polish I'd ever seen! Lol

[@nania5032]

i've noticed she lost so much weight as well!

[@songbird5056]

@@nania5032 I wanna know how!!! I need her diet!!

[@ronaphillips1945]

Thank you for covering this case, I live 5 minutes from where this happened. I still remember how much it rocked our entire community. We're a very diverse community, proudly so, and this horrific incident impacted everyone. RIP Lee xx

[@marionjennings1404]

I remember this all too well as Lee was originally from my home town in Manchester. Plus the fact I was working in an MOD barracks at the time too, I vividly remember all of the soldiers and officers having to arrive and leave in normal clothing, as you stated,to be safe. Even if they were just nipping across the road to the Muslim ran newsagents, they had to either cover up or change. I have friends that practice the Muslim faith and they have always said that those people do not represent the whole religion. At the time, it wasn't just Muslims that were attacked as Sikhs were targeted as well, just because those attacking didn't know the difference between the faiths. Both are very loving and peaceful at their core and abhors thinks like this.

[@sarahmorley7751]

My dad told that after the attack he saw a verbally abusing and harassing a Muslim family in Argos the kids were upset and scared

[@gallirei]

Yeah, I remember this happening. I was 13 at the time and was just absolutely horrified. It genuinely was one of the worst things I’d seen. I remember the news showing the attacker covered in blood. Cold blooded murder in the streets in broad daylight. Truly chilling.

[@masunrise7471]

It just baffles me how people cannot see that they are doing EXACTLY what these extremists did when they attacked innocent people. Those men attacked an innocent man that had nothing to do with it. So the answer is to go attack innocent people that had nothing to do with the situation in retaliation. Just mind blowing.

[@aliciax5854]

Omg, what I was thinking! Such hypocrites 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@kaylamilroy3172]

I love her emphasis on UK police not wanting to kill or escalate situations ♥️ police brutality in the US is out of control rn so it’s good to know it’s possible to have a peaceful relationship w police

[@supersounds100]

Was looking for a comment like this! I had the same thought ❤️

[@paige3805]

don't get it twisted - there's still a shit ton of corruption and police brutality in the uk, a lot of it racially based

[@steveo4991]

Police brutality is out of control in the US? A police officer, per capita, is more likely to be killed in the US than to kill. 18 times more likely when it comes to a certain community… So who’s out of control really? It’s almost like it’s criminals who are the bad guys and US police have to deal with so many who have guns unlike UK police. But don’t for one second think you won’t catch a bullet in the brain from UK police if needs be. Second of all. You’re more likely as an unarmed person to be killed by lightning than to be killed by a police officer in the US. How can something that rare be considered “out of control”? Make it make sense. Lay off the mainstream media for a while, you clearly need it.

[@kaylamilroy3172]

@@steveo4991 police Brutality isn’t just murder stupid.

[@kaylamilroy3172]

@@steveo4991 are you cop??? You sound bothered.

[@paigeycakey5061]

I was just talking about this case yesterday. I remember it being all over the news it’s so tragic.

[@lucyinwonderlandart]

I was 11 years old when this happened I remember it so clearly and seeing the video on the news with the man holding the meat cleaver and the man's hands soaked with blood. It was so horrific and something I won't forget. Rest in peace Lee Rigby ❤

[@KSwindellsMACHETEMAIDEN]

Same here i remember the video so clearly it haunts me

[@aellawolf2689]

I was at a concert when one of the London bridge attacks happened. I just remember my dad calling my mum and frantic crying asking if we were all right and if we were safe. It was terrifying because I was barely fourteen at the time. To think that people can do that type of thing to another human being sickens me.

[@lisagauci3354]

What kills me is the newspaper and all those reporters aren't held accountable. Your videos are amazing

[@123lemons6]

So what kills u is the media reporting on a murder rather than the actual murder of an innocent citizen

[@oishyundai]

Wdym?

[@123lemons6]

@@oishyundai the original commenter is saying that what “kills” her is the media’s response towards the Muslim community rather than what should actually “kill” her is that an innocent father was brutally murdered

[@oishyundai]

@@123lemons6 Ohh I get it now. Honestly I don't disagree with her comment, both the death and the media response "kill" me if that's how we're putting it

[@123lemons6]

@@oishyundai ye but the media reaction wasn’t that unjust since Islamic attacks were common all over the world at that time, it’s just like how some women will say all men due to rape and sa I agree with that people should be weary of groups who commit certain crime

[@jaydeemma3637]

idk how you don’t have more subscribers then you do. you’re really incredible. i’ve been watching you for YEARS and you’ve just gotten better and better. i really enjoy your videos and the way you speak on things.

[@drummergurl99]

“These are just *NORMAL* police not armed police” Me confused in American: there’s a difference?

[@solojo928]

I heard somewhere that UK cops don’t carry firearms. Mind boggling.

[@lynnkayee1015]

Me too 👀

[@tinatommo7645]

No, there are armed police in the UK who are only used if there are suspected or there are firearms involved or similar situations. But most police in the UK do not carry firearms. I’m from Scotland!

[@iamjackspyramidshapedhelmet]

Lol I was just thinking that. SWAT would have been there guns blazing in seconds. Not a good thing by the way

[@danielsmith9476]

@@solojo928 welcome to the civilised world

[@audreyb1935]

I remember hearing this on the news and it was absolutely shocking . i always felt so sorry for poor lee just going to work. his poor family and all the people who had to see such an evil and violent murder walking down the street . lee taken to soon in such a horrific act may he rest in peace .

[@timatamim531]

Honestly I appreciate the way you always remain unbiased in your videos. Ive literally been watching your videos for years and have always loved every single video of yours. and as a muslim living in Australia - it especially warms my heart listening to the way you spoke about the issues a lot of muslims face today, because of how the media twists extremism into the religion. - Thank you so much

[@clairemarshall7373]

Really glad that the police didn’t kill these two, that’s what they would have wanted. Heartbreaking for Lee, his family, friends, colleagues and everyone who witnessed this absolutely barbaric murder

[@johnnyjoestar7143]

I'm actually so shocked and surprised that one of my favourite youtubers knows about Al Shabaab. As a Muslim whenever someone gives me the odd 'you're a terrorist' comment it just makes me wonder how many people know that terrorists actually have hurt and killed my family? Most Muslims in the west are literally getting labelled the same as their own murderers. Crazy.

[@simoneastley5308]

The media in this country like to divide people, best to ignore it all 👌

[@amycarr6847]

I NEEDED a distraction today!!! Thank you, Eleanor for coming through!!! Much love to you from Michigan!!!

[@times7171]

Two grown men had to hit him with a car first. Shows what cowards they truly are. A truly heartbreaking story. His poor family.

[@leahritha7007]

I remember this somewhat vividly. I still live a few minutes away from where this happened. My mother works at the hospital near the barracks and my stepdad actually witnessed the attack happening as he was seeing family who lived in the buildings behind. I remember waking up with helicopters flying over my house to Woolwich and my mother standing in front of the TV with the news on showing that this happened. Currently, on the fences, there are a few memorial flowers, but they are no longer there anymore. It slowly dwindled overtime.

[@zarath1454]

Hi! I found you not long ago, and have been stuck on you since. Your storytelling is so good! I feel like i am in the story, it's that good! I will be watching you grow. Keep up the good work!

[@sakie1801]

It's insane! it took me back to a memory I had forgotten. I once stood in front of a guy been beaten so the other guy would stop. And miraculously he left the victim alone. I didn't even think twice. Once he left I noticed the victim bleeding so much from his nose and mouth and I said to myself omg 😱. I walked home that day and thought to myself that I could have been beaten too. But in those cases I think the perpetrators have tunnel vision for the target. I Thank God for always having my back.

[@gravityfalls1826]

So u left the victim who was bleeding?

[@The_Crab_Whisperer]

@@gravityfalls1826 my thoughts exactly. What?!

[@justchilling1506]

@@gravityfalls1826 They walked home. Didn't expecify a time, it could have been at the end of the day while thinking about what happened earlier.

[@gemini1005]

I had seen a girl on a schools soccer team who was Muslim and wore a hijab. It had gotten ripped off (not on purpose) or fell off during the game and everyone on the team had formed a circle around her as she put it back on. Still to this day I think about that and just how quick everyone reacted to it. Not an emotional person but def brought a tear to my eye. I really just wish everyone could act the same way and stopped hating the wrong people. Mr. Rigby sure as hell did not deserve this, period. The men responsible (and their extremist group) should be the one to blame not innocent people whose religion doesnt believe in this AT ALL. I hope his family is able to heal as best as they can 🙏🏾 Edit- Also much respect for Ingrid for what she did and put herself in possible danger as well And because of your name and Mr.Rigbys name, I now have Eleanor Rigby in my head

[@ReluctantAardvark]

Or… just don’t force girls to hide themselves?

[@dancemotion7467]

Hello love! You have inspired me so much which is why I’m studying investigative journalism and criminal justice for college before I start law school in the fall. I love your diversity and I think you’re amazing

[@jaredchris8054]

Ty Eleanor for always being an advocate for these victims 🖤 I have so much appreciation for you and your work, and it’s so exciting to watch you and your channel grow!!

[@poppypaterson5389]

This case still hits hard. You've done a great job covering it Eleanor, super respectful as always 💞💞

[@gwenice6222]

mad respect to this girl; imagine how long her videos take to gather all the info

[@ShortArts96]

i feel so sorry for his family, as theyve had to state time and again, that the islamaphobic and white supremecist groups using his death as an excuse, that lee never stood for any of that.

[@confuzedpenguin9974]

Imagine how much of a coward you have to be to be two against one and have yo use a car to take a guy down before you attack them. Everything about these guys were pure cowards.

[@brownie3548]

thank you for handling this case with insane respect, eleanor. i love you, and your videos are the highlight of my day♥️

[@shannyg1305]

Big respect to you for your manner and approach of handling all aspects with this case.

[@shannonsworld1997]

I remember this so well. His little boy is now getting support from a charity my best friend cousin set up (Scotty little soldiers) Was totally shocked when this happened and how someone so lovely and wanted to help others gets harmed

[@laurenstartup9478]

I wrote my university dissertation on this and how this attack caused such a surge in islamophobic attacks in the UK. It’s truly awful what happened and i still feel shocked that this took place. This really was such a senseless act that affected Lee, his family, the whole UK and the Muslim community 😕

[@BettiePagan]

Similar happened here in NZ after the Christchurch mosque attacks-some people _really_ started showing their true colours….but there was also so much love, I think there was a hundred times more love. For most of us in a first-world white-dominant country, this was our first exposure to islamophobia and terrorism, and it disgusted us. We felt out first bond with the Muslim community who had always been so different from “us”, simply because we did not understand, whether religious or agnostic ourselves. As difficult as it is to see through the hate in tragedies like these, I think this one brought us all closer (in such a small country too-population ~5mil) and introduced us to a culture and religion that had previously seemed so distant and stereotyped, but deserves as much respect as the rest of kiwiana

[@alecgurney9305]

@@BettiePagan respect goes both ways

[@WouldntULikeToKnow.]

@@alecgurney9305 and the vast majority show respect. What was your point.

[@BettiePagan]

@@alecgurney9305 the Muslim community here have been very respectful, it was a white supremacist from Australia that committed a terror attack, to which my comment was referring to

[@idanthyrsus6887]

Islamophobia is a fake word. It only exists as a tool disingenuous people use to get stupid people to shut up. Almost all modern obia words are misused like this by people who are pieces of shit.

[@mayajrj]

Brilliantly covered Eleanor. Thank you for your hard work . A very thought provoking story.

[@alexb7092]

Thankyou for covering this and handling it with so much care 💗 you don't make them look like big notorious monsters who should be feared (like half of these people want) you state the facts and when you talk about the stupidity of it, you reiterate how dumb it is to have those thoughts, you do the opposite of normalise it, so I appreciate that a lot. Also, Rest in peace, Poor Lee, no one deserves what he went through x

[@teeganbolger3979]

iv been watching u for a while and the cases ur bringing to out attention gets better and better

[@AtomicWarfare]

I must say your content is extremely well made and I can tell a lot of effort was put into it.

[@nichola5855]

This happened round the corner from where I'm from. I remember it happening, so so sad and shocking. I come from a military background (dad, uncles, partner) and I was really worried about them wearing uniform after this

[@moonqueen2037]

Dear Eleanor I always loved and respected you, and now I respect you even more. I love the way you are always respectful towards people’s beliefs regarding their religion or their life style. We need more open minded people like you, thank you for never generalizing and always refraining from blind judgment. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lils.27]

I'm viewer from Malaysia. Just wanna thank El for being kind and respectful not only to muslim but to literally everyone. What the attacker have done is disgusting and as muslim that is upsetting. None of their act represent islam. The islamophobia is scary. When I started to have online friends, I was worried to reveal myself as muslim at first. Thank god I often meet beautiful souls and I hope the world is somehow healing and no more racial and hate towards any religion. Again, Thank you, El. 🤍

[@moonstonemamaa]

Eleanor I have been watching you for YEARS now and I just want to say how proud I am of the progress you’ve made with yourself and your channel. Keep it up babes you are absolutely KILLING it 🔪 🖤

[@chaeun-woon8405]

I love you so much Eleanor ❤️ I’m Muslim and I loved the message you said in the end. Violence it’s not allowed and we believe in life being a circle and everything you do coming back to you. We also know that in the day of judgment you will be held accountable for everything you do. We also hate those extremist that use Islam as an excuse to be violent. I had to unsubscribe to some crime KZbinrs because I felt like they were really biased and I’m honestly glad to be subscribed to you. I should’ve known they would be Islam phobic when they were also trashing Christianity but I won’t say the KZbinr. ❤️ you Eleanor.

[@user-LisaLaLa]

I remember this happening it was sickening and such a cowardly attack. 😔 Rest In Peace Mr Lee Rigby, thank you for your service Sir. 🙏 x