ES News email The latest headlines in your inbox twice a day Monday - Friday plus breaking news updates Enter your email address Continue Please enter an email address Email address is invalid Fill out this field Email address is invalid You already have an account. Please log in Register with your social account or click here to log in I would like to receive lunchtime headlines Monday - Friday plus breaking news alerts, by email Update newsletter preferences

Thousands of Brits have united in condemnation of a bully who 'waterboarded a Syrian refugee boy' at a school in Huddersfield.

Police are investigating a report of a "racially-aggravated assault" against the 15-year-old boy, after the shocking violent video was widely shared on social media.

The victim, with his arm in a cast, is seen to be dragged to the floor by his neck before his attacker says "I'll drown you" while forcing water from a bottle into the victim's mouth.

The incident is said to have taken place on playing fields at Almondbury Community School in Huddersfield on October 25.

The bully's actions have been widely criticised amid reports that a police guard has been deployed at his home after him and his family were sent death threats.

Hero MP Tobias Ellwood was among those to share the footage, writing online: "Absolute disgrace - Please retweet. This bully, his parents, the school where this occurs and the onlookers who fail to step in, all have big questions to answer.

"To the Syrian refugee - I say sorry. It’s not the welcoming, friendly Britain we are supposed to be."

Presenter Jeremy Vine said on Twitter: 'I'm trying to resist naming the bully in this film. More important, is it possible to do anything for the victim? A Syrian refugee who already had a broken wrist, apparently from a similar attack. Heartbreaking.'

BBC presenter Jake Humphrey posted online: "You know what, instead of directing our anger at the bully...let’s send some love to [him] to show he lives in a country of respect, tolerance and positivity... PLEASE RT!!!!"

He offered to pay for an all-expenses paid trip to the victim's favourite football team.

Barry Sheerman, MP for the town, said he had been supporting the boy and his family.

He tweeted: "Video of assault against one of my constituents absolutely shocking.

"Have been supporting the family since it was first brought to my attention.

"Understand from council that the school have taken strong action. Will be following up to ensure all available support is being given!"

The victim is reported to be a refugee from Syria and a fundraising page has received over £30,000 in donations since it was set up last night.

Well-wisher Mohammed Tahir, who set up the page, said: "After seeing the video of [him] being bullied I had an idea of setting up a Go Fund Me page for [him] and his family.

"I’m overwhelmed by the support that we’ve received and I can’t thank everyone enough for the generous donations they have made.

"I am working alongside GoFundMe so we can make sure every last penny gets to the family and I want to thank them for their support."

"I hope we can improve the quality of their life and put a smile on their faces."

"Bullying will not be tolerated, and I firmly stand against it. It has no place in our society, our love will always overcome hate. We are far more united and have far more in common with each other than things that divide us.

"I’ve read all the messages of support and I’m sorry I haven’t replied to each one individually but once again thank you. None of this would have been possible without the generosity in your hearts, you’re all amazing."

Superintendent Steve Dodds, of West Yorkshire Police Kirklees District, said: "We are investigating a report of a racially-aggravated assault of a 15-year-old boy which occurred on playing fields at Almondbury Community School at about 1pm on October 25.

"A 16-year-old boy has been interviewed by voluntary attendance in connection with the incident and we are continuing to progress the investigation."

Kirklees Council said: "Neither us nor the school condone violence in any form and behaviour like this will not be tolerated."

Additional reporting by PA