Man, 41, jailed for two years after pleading guilty to violent disorder at Aldershot protest

A man has today been jailed for two years after he was part of a group that banged on the doors of a hotel and shouted abuse at those inside during a protest in Aldershot.

Cameron Bowling, 41, of Broadhurst, Farnborough, gathered outside Potters International Hotel along with approximately 200 people on Wednesday 31 July.

Although the majority protested in a peaceful manner, Bowling’s behaviour turned aggressive.

Some of the wider group were seen throwing objects at the hotel before banging on the doors. Others acted in a threatening way towards those staying inside the hotel.

Winchester Crown Court heard that Bowling shouted and swore at those inside, before telling them they were “not welcome”. He was also part of the group that banged on the doors.

Bowling was arrested and charged with violent disorder. He pleaded guilty to the charge and was today (23 September) jailed for two years at Winchester Crown Court.

It comes after three men were jailed for being part of the group that was involved in the violent disorder at the same protest.

Clive Patfield, 60, of The Chantrys, Farnham, was jailed for two years, while Kieron Marney, 25, of Fairview Road, Ash, was jailed for two years and three months. They both pleaded guilty to violent disorder and were jailed on 4 September.

Perrie Fisher, 28, of Hillside Road, Farnham, pleaded guilty to violent disorder and failing to surrender to police / court bail at the appointed time. He was jailed for 29 months on 20 August.

Meanwhile, Alby Brannan, 18, of Winchester Road, Ash, pleaded guilty to violent disorder and is due to be sentenced on 29 November.

A 13-year-old girl from Aldershot, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was also charged with violent disorder and admitted the charge at Basingstoke Magistrates Court on 13 August. She was bailed and is due to be sentenced at the same court on 30 September.

Jamie Lee Turvey, 34, of Montgomery Road, Farnborough, denied the offence and is due to go on trial on 14 April 2025.

Assistant Chief Constable Paul Bartolomeo said: "While the majority of people who attended this protest in Aldershot were respectful, Bowling chose to act in an aggressive manner.

"His behaviour that day caused fear of violence to those inside the hotel and our officers.

"This result highlights that this sort of behaviour will not be tolerated and it is a clear message that these actions have consequences.

"This should serve as a warning to anyone else considering trying to bring mindless violence to our streets and that the minority who seek to cause disorder will face the full force of the law."