Man arrested on suspicion of encouraging acts of terrorism in Leicester

Officers executed a pre-planned warrant on Tuesday

Author: Olivia MounsorPublished 10th Jul 2024

A man's been arrested in Leicester on suspicion of terrorism offences.

Officers from Leicestershire Police carried out a pre-planned warrant early yesterday (Tuesday 9th July).

They carried it out on Cecil Road in the city.

A 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of counter-terrorism offences, including encouraging acts of terrorism.

The man remains in police custody for questioning.

Police say their investigation is ongoing.

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