Gloucestershire Cop Busted Over Terror Links
A serving Gloucestershire Police officer has been arrested on terror-related charges. The man, in his 30s, was detained at his home in Gloucester by Counter Terrorism Policing South West (CTPSW).
Suspected Support for Hamas
The officer faces allegations of backing the banned group Harakat al-Muqawamah al-Islamiyyah (Hamas), breaking Section 12 of the Terrorism Act 2000. Police seized digital devices during raids on his residence and a vehicle as part of a wide-ranging probe.
Police Speak Out
“The arrest of a serving officer on suspicion of such a serious offence will no doubt cause our communities concern, as it does everyone who works for Gloucestershire Police,” said Assistant Chief Constable Arman Mathieson. “It’s important to note the suspected support relates to activity online, and the searches taking place are primarily to locate digital devices for analysis.”
He added the investigation aims to be swift and thorough and urged the public to avoid jumping to conclusions.
Ongoing Investigation
The officer remains in police custody outside Gloucestershire as specialists continue the probe. Authorities are sifting through digital evidence seized to uncover the full extent of any wrongdoing.
