What we know about RAF base counter-terror investigation
Summary
Five men were arrested near RAF Fairford in England on suspicion of explosives and terrorist plans. Police evacuated 85 homes and used bomb disposal teams to check suspicious vehicles near the base. The investigation is led by counter-terrorism police and continues.Key Facts
- RAF Fairford is an airbase in the Cotswolds region of England, used recently by US military planes.
- Police received a report of three suspicious vehicles heading to the base late at night.
- Five men were arrested near the village of Whelford, close to RAF Fairford.
- Bomb disposal teams examined several vehicles, with a safety cordon set up around the area.
- 85 local households were evacuated and offered shelter at a leisure center.
- The men were first arrested on explosives charges and then on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act.
- President Donald Trump said the suspects were monitored for a long time and intended to cause major harm.
- A photo showing the arrests was verified as authentic by the BBC.
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