Six Arrested in London Over Suspected Links to Proscribed Group PKK

Six individuals have been arrested in London as part of a counter-terrorism investigation into alleged activities linked to the proscribed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK).

The arrests were carried out under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000.

Arrest Details

The suspects include:

• A 59-year-old woman
• A 27-year-old man
• A 31-year-old woman
• A 62-year-old man
• A 56-year-old man
• A 23-year-old man

Ongoing Investigation

The Metropolitan Police are conducting searches at eight locations, including the Kurdish Community Centre in Haringey, North London.

The search of the community centre is expected to last up to two weeks. The area surrounding the centre remains closed to the public, and additional officers have been deployed in the area to reassure residents.

Police Statement

Acting Commander Helen Flanagan of the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command commented:

“This activity has come about following a significant investigation and operation into activity we believe is linked to the terrorist group PKK. These are targeted arrests of those we suspect of being involved in terrorist activity linked to the group.

“I hope that these arrests show that we will not tolerate any sort of terrorist activity and that we will take action where we believe there is harm being caused to communities here in the UK or elsewhere.”

Public Safety

Police emphasized that there is no imminent threat to public safety.

About the PKK

The Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) is a proscribed organization in the UK, classified as a terrorist group under the Terrorism Act 2000. It has been involved in armed conflict and activities against the Turkish government and is proscribed in multiple countries, including the United States and European Union member states.

Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information to contact the police. This operation underscores the UK’s commitment to addressing terrorist activities and safeguarding communities.