- A new Banksy artwork has appeared on an external wall of the Royal Courts of Justice in London.
- The piece depicts a judge in a wig and gown beating a prostrate protester holding a blood-spattered placard.
- Banksy confirmed responsibility for the artwork via an Instagram post on Monday morning.
- Security guards swiftly covered the artwork with large sheets of black plastic and metal barriers, with officials now guarding the site.
- The artwork's appearance follows recent protests and is consistent with Banksy's history of commenting on political and governmental issues.
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New Banksy at the Royal Courts of Justice in London shows judge beating up protester