Community Unites to Rebuild Mosque Wall Damaged by Riots

England recently experienced a series of riots, vandalism, and violence, with some incidents targeting Muslims. Amidst this turmoil, one man’s actions have gone viral on social media, showcasing the spirit of unity and resilience in the country.

Last Tuesday, the mosque in Southport was burned down. Local bricklayer Tony Hill has been hailed as a “legend” for his efforts in helping the community rebuild, working tirelessly under blazing heat to lay bricks with impressive speed and efficiency.

In a viral video clip on X, Hill is seen working hard, smearing mortar, and explaining his motivations. He shared his thoughts, which have been edited for clarity:

“We spoke to the company we work for, and the other building crews were coming down, so we just joined them. We wanted to get it done quickly to ensure the community’s safety.”

“We just really want to get this up so that the community is safe,” he told a person on the scene interviewing him. “It’s just a community, isn’t it? You can tell by just looking at everyone here, it’s quite diverse.”

The mosque was set ablaze after three young women were tragically stabbed to death on Monday.

According to the London Economic, “Rioters in Southport had been triggered by an avalanche of misinformation on social media, particularly a false claim that the killer of the young girls was a migrant from a majority Muslim country on the MI6 watchlist.”

Despite the racial tensions, Hill remained generous and diplomatic. When asked if he had a message for those who destroyed the wall, he responded sympathetically, “Get your facts straight before you start doing stuff. Facebook’s a dangerous thing.”

Hill aimed to finish rebuilding the wall within a few hours and expressed his willingness to do it again if necessary.

The video, viewed 5.4 million times on X, has received widespread praise, with commenters celebrating Hill as an embodiment of British values and community spirit.