Circus King - Violent To People & Animals

Campaigners have recently been targeting Circus King, a travelling circus owned by Jeffrey Mackie, which uses animals in its acts.

Circus King are not only notorious for Mackie’s threats to kill “Fred” the bear, but also for their long record of serious violence against peaceful protesters, reporters & police. This July, an RSPCA inspector accompanied by 2 police officers attempted to gain access to the animals. The incident resulted in Mackie being nicked & charged with criminal damage & affray.

A violent assault by 6 masked King workers on 3 peaceful protesters at Wakefield, near Leeds, motivated campaigners to return to demo at that & every subsequent site as the circus traveled across Yorkshire.

Public attendance of the circus performances has been very low, giving a clear message to King that the vast majority of people do not enjoy watching animal abuse.

Circus King is currently in Scarborough (until 28th August) & demos are continuing.

Contact: EF! AU for info on demos/if you have info on forthcoming Circus King locations.