North Anston man charged with terrorism offences

A North Anston man has been charged with terrorism and drug offences as part of an intelligence-led investigation into right wing terrorism.
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A spokesperson for Counter Terrorism Policing North East (CTPNE) said Christopher Carey of Caperns Road, has been charged with three offences contrary to Section 2 of the Terrorism ACT 2006, specifically dissemination of terrorist publications, and one offence of the possession of Class A drugs contrary to the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971.

He was arrested on Thursday (April 22) by officers from Counter Terrorism Policing North East.

The CTPNE spokesperson said the arrest was “pre-planned and intelligence led.”

The CTPNE spokesperson said the arrest was “pre-planned and intelligence led".The CTPNE spokesperson said the arrest was “pre-planned and intelligence led".
The CTPNE spokesperson said the arrest was “pre-planned and intelligence led".

He is due to appear before Westminster Magistrates Court via video link today (Saturday, April 24).

A 40-year-old man from Hampshire was also arrested as part of the investigation in Portsmouth on Thursday, April 22. He was questioned and later released on conditional bail.

Portsmouth District Commander, Superintendent Clare Jenkins said: “We know that many people might be worried about this news, however we are working together closely with our colleagues in Counter Terrorism Policing to keep our communities safe.

“If you think you have seen something suspicious that may be linked to terrorist activity have the confidence to share those concerns. It may be unusual behaviour in a particular place or at a particular time of day, or online – don’t rely on others. Thank you for your continued support.”

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