Lucy Haughey fined for hurling racist abuse at neighbor

In March 2024, Lucy Haughey, who is known for winning the reality cooking show Come Dine With Me in 2017, was involved in a racist incident with her neighbor, Roman Kavur, in Cathcart, Glasgow, Scotland. During this altercation, Haughey directed a racial slur at Kavur, calling him a 'foreign c***' while appearing intoxicated. The incident escalated when she kicked Kavur's front door, leading to an investigation and trial. Kavur, who had recently moved in with his partner and twins, acknowledged conflicts with Haughey but emphasized he had not instigated any issues. Despite the circumstances surrounding their relationship prior to the incident, Haughey was found guilty of behaving in an abusive and threatening manner that was racially aggravated, resulting in a £420 fine. This case marks one of Haughey's recent legal troubles, as she has a history of previous convictions, including a community payback order related to sexual offenses as well as a ban on contacting a person due to abusive behavior. Overall, Haughey's actions have raised concerns about public conduct and the legal ramifications of racially charged harassment, emphasizing the need for accountability in such matters and the societal implications of racism in community dynamics.