15-year-old boy from Leeds accused of planning terror attack
A 15-year-old boy from Leeds has appeared in court accused of buying parts for a bomb
Last updated 18th Mar 2022
A 15-year-old boy from Leeds has appeared in court accused of researching and buying parts for a bomb to use in a suicide attack.
The teenager spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth and address during his brief appearance via video-link at Westminster Magistrates' Court.
His solicitor entered a not guilty plea on his behalf.
On Thursday, the boy was charged after being arrested on Saturday, as part of what police described as a "pre-planned, intelligence-led operation".
He is charged with engaging in the preparation of terrorist acts, contrary to Section 5(1) of the Terrorism Act 2006.
He is accused of researching and purchasing knives and other items, including parts for a bomb, between January and March, which were to be used in a jihadist terror attack.
The court heard that he allegedly placed orders for knives five times and received a machete.
The suspect, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was remanded into youth detention to appear at the Old Bailey on March 25.