Farmer who alerted police to RAF Fairford suspected bomb plot says there was ‘no follow-up’
Summary
A farmer in Gloucestershire reported suspicious vans near RAF Fairford, leading to the arrest of five men on terrorism and explosives charges. The farmer said she received no follow-up from authorities and expressed concern about the lack of communication during the police response.Key Facts
- The farmer noticed vans blocking roads near RAF Fairford and believed the vehicles were parked strangely with no one inside.
- She tried to contact the Ministry of Defence police but could not get through, then called 101 and 999 before informing the local WhatsApp group.
- Armed police arrived quickly, arrested five men suspected of terrorism and explosives offences, and searched the area by helicopter.
- The village of Whelford was evacuated after the arrests, with residents sent to hotels and other safe locations.
- The farmer saw 8 to 10 men, more than the five arrested, wearing slim-fitting clothes and covering their faces.
- Despite providing her contact details, the farmer said no police or authorities followed up with her after the incident.
- Defence Secretary Wes Streeting commented that the farmer had only a partial view of the situation.
- The farmer emphasized her concern about the vans being left in the village close to homes before evacuation occurred.
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