Nigel Farage's campaign trail took a sticky turn on Tuesday as the Reform UK leader was once again the target of a milkshake attack. The incident occurred in the Surrey town of Horley, just a day after a similar assault in Barnsley.
A video circulating on social media captures the moment a McDonald's banana milkshake is thrown from behind, striking Mr. Farage on his navy-blue suit. The Reform UK leader can be seen recoiling as the cold drink splatters across his back and into his hair.
Echoes of Past Campaigns
This is not the first time Mr. Farage has found himself on the receiving end of a dairy-based beverage. He was famously doused with a milkshake in Newcastle-upon-Tyne during the 2019 European election campaign, an incident that sparked a brief surge in sales for the fast-food chain Five Guys.
The recurring theme has become an unlikely hallmark of his public appearances, symbolising the intense divisions his political presence can provoke.
Police Response and Aftermath
A spokesperson for Surrey Police confirmed they were "aware of an incident that occurred in Horley today" and that their "enquiries remain ongoing to establish the full circumstances."
Despite the shocking nature of the assault, Mr. Farage appeared to shrug off the incident with characteristic defiance. He was later photographed smiling and shaking hands with supporters, the remnants of the drink still visible on his clothing.
A Contentious Campaign Continues
The milkshake attack comes amid a highly charged general election period. Mr. Farage's return to frontline politics and his leadership of Reform UK has significantly altered the dynamics of the campaign, particularly for the Conservative Party.
This event underscores the heightened emotions and sometimes volatile nature of political campaigning, raising questions about the security of candidates and the boundaries of political protest.
