Cleethorpes man found guilty of encouraging terrorism and sharing terrorist material
The 25-year-old will be sentenced in April
Last updated 27th Feb 2025
A Cleethorpes man has been found guilty of encouraging terrorism and sharing terrorist material.
25-year-old Muhammed Ahmed of Crowhill Avenue in the town has been on trial in Sheffield.
Ahmed was arrested as part of an intelligence led operation by Counter Terrorism Policing North East on April 18, 2024.
Evidence recovered from his home was described as revealing a 'deep-seated extremist mindset'
The court heard how Ahmed would openly encourage murder and acts of violence - finding ways to set up new accounts when his social media posts attracted the attention of moderators.
The 25-year-old will be sentenced in April.
Detective Chief Superintendent James Dunkerley is the Head of Counter Terrorism Policing North East. He said:
“Ahmed was persistent and determined in his efforts to reach as many people as possible with his posts, which often included graphic content and glorified acts of terrorism. He went to considerable lengths to seek out and share material that could not easily be found on mainstream online platforms, using hashtags to appeal to a wider audience and encourage more followers.
“The potential impact of his actions should not be underestimated. By sharing Daesh propaganda, he has promoted their cause and intentionally extended the reach and influence of their ideology.
“Sharing extremist material online is not a victimless crime and may inspire others to act. We are working tirelessly alongside our partners to remove this content and identify those who seek to legitimise terrorism in this way. If you come across extreme material online, please help us to limit the harm by reporting it at www.gov.uk/act.”
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