Man arrested by UK terrorism cops in extreme right-wing police investigation

Source: Xinhua| 2019-02-25 06:01:37|Editor: Mu Xuequan
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LONDON, Feb. 24 (Xinhua) -- A 33-year-old man was arrested in the Yorkshire city of Leeds Sunday by Counter Terrorism Police investigating suspected Extreme Right Wing activity.

Police said the man, who they have not named, was arrested under the Terrorism Act on suspicion of the commission, preparation and instigation of terrorist acts.

He has been taken to a police station in West Yorkshire for questioning.

Counter Terrorism Policing North East said the arrest was part of a pre-planned, intelligence led operation. They added that a property in Leeds is being searched as part of the investigation.

Police Superintendent Chris Bowen from Leeds District Police said: "I understand our communities will have concerns about this police activity but I want to offer my reassurance that public safety is our top priority."

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