Video of group mocking Queen's death in UK bar goes viral. PSNI begins probe

A video from Quinn’s Bar in the UK went viral on the internet. In the video, a group could be seen allegedly mocking the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away on September 8. According to The Irish News, the video was reported to the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), following which an investigation is underway.

The report stated that the fringe group was chanting "Lizzie’s in a box" to the tune of the famous song "Give It Up" by KC and the Sunshine Band. Owners of Quinn’s Bar have termed the incident as unfortunate and informed us that the video was taken in the toilet area of the pub. In an official statement on Facebook, Quinn’s Bar condemned the "abhorrent behaviour on display" by those in the video.

The famous pub has also assured us that it would assist the PSNI in their investigation of the video. Further, Quinn’s Bar committed that those identified would be permanently banned for life from entering their premises. The pub mentioned that it was committed to welcoming people from all communities and backgrounds without any discrimination. The Quinn’s Bar reiterated that it had a zero-tolerance policy for any derogatory behaviour like that put up by the group in the controversial video.





A similar incident happened during a soccer game a few days ago. Irish football fans started chanting "Lizzie’s in a box" in unison during a soccer game in Dublin on Thursday, drawing ire from netizens worldwide. The fans were allegedly celebrating the death of Queen Elizabeth, the longest-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom.

Queen Elizabeth II ruled the United Kingdom and the 14 Commonwealth Nations for more than 70 years, becoming the longest reigning female head of state ever. Prince Charles, the Queen's eldest son, formally known as King Charles III, is the new head of the British monarchy. He will be crowned in a royal ceremony by the Archbishop. His wife, Camilla, will be the new Queen Consort.

FAQs

• What did the group chant? The group was chanting "Lizzie’s in a box" to the tune of a popular song, mocking and celebrating the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
• What did Quinn’s Bar say? The bar has decided to ban those identified in the viral video from entering their premise for life.