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Second man released over Iran spying investigation

Second man released over Iran spying investigation

Summary

Police in the UK released a second man who was arrested in connection with a counter-terrorism investigation involving Iran. Four men, suspected of aiding a foreign intelligence service, had been detained, and two of them remain in custody.

Key Facts

  • A 52-year-old man was released without charges after being arrested in Watford.
  • The arrests took place under the National Security Act.
  • Four men were initially arrested: one Iranian and three British-Iranian nationals.
  • The investigation involves potential spying linked to London's Jewish community.
  • A 55-year-old man, previously arrested in Barnet, was also released without charges.
  • Two suspects, aged 22 and 40, are still in police custody.
  • Police can hold these two suspects until 20 March.
  • Six additional men were arrested on suspicion of helping an offender, and one was also suspected of assaulting a police officer; these individuals are on bail while inquiries continue.
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