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N. Ireland Terror Raids Target Right-Wing Extremism
10 Dec
Summary
- Three individuals arrested in Northern Ireland as part of a cross-border investigation.
- Arrests were made under the Terrorism Act, with individuals detained in Co Down and Co Armagh.
- The ongoing investigation is a joint effort between the Police Service of Northern Ireland and Garda.
Authorities in Northern Ireland have apprehended three individuals as part of a major cross-border operation targeting violent right-wing extremism. The arrests, which occurred recently, involved two men detained in County Down and one woman in County Armagh. These detentions were carried out under the provisions of the Terrorism Act, underscoring the seriousness of the investigation.
The operation represents a crucial collaborative effort between the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and the Garda, the national police force of the Republic of Ireland. This joint approach highlights the trans-national nature of the extremist threat and the commitment of both agencies to address it effectively.
