Man in court on terror, arson and bomb hoax charges
Summary
Ilyas Akhtar, a 20-year-old from Slough, appeared in court accused of committing terrorism-related crimes, including starting fires at two leisure centers and making a bomb hoax. He faces charges of planning terrorist acts and having information for an attack and will appear at the Old Bailey on June 20.Key Facts
- Ilyas Akhtar is charged with terrorism offences and arson.
- The alleged arson attacks targeted Salt Hill Activity Centre and Slough Ice Arena.
- The fire at the activity center is said to have happened on May 31.
- The fire at Slough Ice Arena reportedly occurred on May 14.
- Akhtar is also accused of making a bomb hoax targeting an Asda supermarket on May 9.
- He appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court but did not enter a plea.
- His next court appearance is scheduled for June 20 at the Old Bailey.
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