A 33-year-old man from Eastbourne has been hit with serious terrorism charges in a high-profile Sussex probe into far-right threats.
Thomas Smith Slapped with Seven Terrorism Charges
Thomas Smith of Blakes Way faces seven counts of “encouragement of terrorism” under the Terrorism Act 2006. He was arrested during coordinated raids on December 4 across Eastbourne and Brighton.
Three Others Arrested, Then Freed
Police swooped on four suspects in a targeted intelligence operation. But a 27-year-old woman from Hailsham and two Eastbourne men, aged 36 and 41, were released without charge after further investigations.
Smith Locked Up, Court Date Set
Smith remains in custody and is due before Westminster Magistrates’ Court on December 11. Authorities say the case underlines ongoing efforts to smash extremist plots and protect the public. The wider probe is still active.
