In a significant development, Aine Davis, a 39-year-old man linked to the notorious “Beatles” Islamic State cell, has pleaded guilty to terrorism offences.
Originally from Hammersmith, west London, Davis was apprehended at Luton Airport last August upon deportation from Turkey. Despite initially denying the charges, he reversed his stance during a hearing at the Old Bailey today.
Davis confessed to possessing a firearm, a violation under Section 57 of the Terrorism Act 2000, and two charges related to funding terrorism. During the court proceedings, he appeared via video-link from Belmarsh prison, clad in a grey prison-issue tracksuit.
Judge Mark Lucraft KC remanded him in custody, setting the stage for his sentencing on November 13, also at the Old Bailey.
