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BBC Presenter Alex Scott Says Trolls “Threatened To Throw Acid In Her Face”

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Trailblazing BBC presenter Alex Scott opens up about vicious online abuse that left her fearing for her safety
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  • Scott, the first female presenter of Match of the Day, was targeted by trolls who threatened to throw acid in her face
  • This shocking incident left the popular football personality scared to leave her home, shining a light on the dark side of social media fame
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