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Right-Wing Terror Plot Foiled at Islamic Event
13 Jul
Summary
- Twelve individuals arrested over alleged right-wing terror threat.
- An Islamic event in Suffolk was evacuated as a precaution.
- The arrests were made across various locations in the country.
Twelve individuals have been arrested across the country in relation to an alleged right-wing terror threat targeting an Islamic event. The UK Ijtima event, scheduled to take place at Shrubland Hall in Barham, Suffolk, was concluded early on Sunday as a precautionary measure following the discovery of the potential threat.
Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) London announced the swift action, with officers apprehending suspects at various locations. The investigation is specifically focused on right-wing terrorism. Searches are currently underway at addresses linked to those taken into custody.
Among those arrested are eight men detained under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000, who remain in custody. Additionally, three men were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder, and one woman was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. One individual has since been released on bail, while the other three continue to be held.
