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Fourteen-year-old boy charged over alleged plot targeting London mosques

Fourteen-year-old boy charged over alleged plot targeting London mosques

Summary

A 14-year-old boy in London was charged with preparing to carry out a terrorist attack on local mosques, linked to extreme right-wing beliefs. Police said they do not see a wider threat but are working with the affected mosques to offer support and keep people informed.

Key Facts

  • The boy was arrested on July 9 after criminal damage to a car, which led to further investigation.
  • Police found documents during searches that connected him to planning a terrorism act.
  • The charge is related to preparing to carry out an act of terrorism inspired by extreme right-wing ideology.
  • The mosques targeted are in the Sutton area of south London.
  • Police have contacted the mosques to provide advice, support, and reassurance.
  • The boy is due to appear in a London magistrates’ court.
  • This case follows other right-wing extremist plots targeting Muslims in the UK recently.
  • Police emphasized the importance of supporting the Muslim community affected by these incidents.
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