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Teen who planned mosque mass murder given 10-year sentence

Teen who planned mosque mass murder given 10-year sentence

Summary

A 17-year-old was sentenced to 10 years in custody after planning a mass murder at the Inverclyde Muslim Centre in Scotland. The teen had attempted to carry out a terror attack using an airgun and aerosol cans before being arrested by police.

Key Facts

  • The 17-year-old planned to attack the Inverclyde Muslim Centre in Greenock, Scotland.
  • He intended to use an airgun and aerosol cans to start a fire and kill worshippers inside the mosque.
  • The court sentenced him to 10 years in custody and eight years of supervision after release.
  • Police arrested the teenager after receiving intelligence about his plan.
  • The teen was inspired by figures like Hitler, Mussolini, and a Norwegian neo-Nazi terrorist.
  • He initially wanted to plant bombs at his school before changing his target to the mosque.
  • The police's quick response prevented the attack, and community leaders expressed relief and gratitude.
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