Teenage boy arrested on suspicion of right-wing terrorism in Hertfordshire

The suspect has been released on bail until mid-July while inquiries continue.

Author: Henry WinterPublished 15th Jun 2022

A teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of encouraging right-wing terrorism.

The Metropolitan Police said the 17-year-old was arrested on Tuesday at an address in Hertfordshire.

He was held on suspicion of a single offence, contrary to Section One of the Terrorism Act, which relates to a direct or indirect encouragement to the commission, preparation or instigation of terrorism.

Scotland Yard said the investigation relates to "alleged offences linked to extreme right-wing terrorism".

The suspect has been released on bail until mid-July while inquiries continue.

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