**‘Scum of the Earth’ – Luke Littler Furious After Van Smashed by Thugs in Norwich**
Luke Littler, the 18-year-old darts prodigy and world No. 1, was left seething after his van was vandalized during a darts exhibition in Norwich on May 16, 2025. The incident, which saw the back window of his vehicle smashed, prompted a scathing response from Littler, who took to Instagram to condemn the perpetrators as “absolute scum of the earth,” alongside a photo of the shattered window, as reported by talkSPORT and The Sun. The attack occurred while Littler was performing at the event, fresh off securing the top spot in the Premier League Darts standings, adding a sour note to an otherwise triumphant week.
The vandalism, detailed by outlets like the Daily Mail and Express, has drawn widespread outrage from fans and the darts community. X posts captured the sentiment, with @joshpearson180 calling the act “disgusting” and @DanNelmes_ labeling the culprits a “complete useless waste of oxygen” while thanking Littler for an “awesome” exhibition. @Tungsten_Tales noted Littler’s frustration, emphasizing the timing of the incident during a scheduled performance, while @SunSport and @MirrorSport amplified the story, highlighting the “shocking scenes.” Norfolk Police are investigating the criminal damage, with ongoing efforts to identify those responsible, per talkSPORT.
Littler’s anger reflects the personal toll of the incident, which comes amid a high-pressure period as he prepares for the Premier League Darts finals. The attack follows other challenges, including crowd taunts during recent events, as noted in earlier X posts warning of fan backlash. Despite this, Littler’s resilience shone through, with fans on X, like @DartsNews02, rallying behind him, praising his talent and urging him to stay focused. The incident has also sparked broader discussions about the pressures young athletes face, with @TennisConnected drawing parallels to similar vandalism incidents in sports.
As Littler gears up for his next matches, the darts community continues to support him, with X users like @eaglelex_eth calling for justice. The Norwich vandalism, while a setback, has only strengthened Littler’s resolve and fanbase, who see him as a beacon for darts’ future, undeterred by the actions of “scum” thugs.
