A man from Neasden, North London, has been sentenced to seven years in prison after being found guilty of possessing materials that could be used to commit acts of terrorism. Abdiwahid Abdulkadir Mohamed, 33, was sentenced at Kingston Crown Court on January 21 following his conviction on six counts under the Terrorism Act 2000.
Arrest and Investigation
Mohamed was stopped by Metropolitan Police at Heathrow Airport in February 2022 under Schedule 7 powers, which allow officers to detain individuals suspected of involvement in terrorism. During questioning, Mohamed’s electronic devices were seized for further analysis.
Examination of these devices revealed that Mohamed was active on extremist Telegram groups and had accessed detailed manuals on manufacturing firearms using 3D-printing technology. Investigators found that Mohamed had stored these documents on a private Telegram channel, making them accessible only to himself.
Further evidence was uncovered during a raid on Mohamed’s home in January 2023, where officers seized another device containing additional extremist material and records of online searches for 3D printers.
Court Proceedings
Mohamed was charged on January 18, 2023, with six counts of possessing documents likely to be useful for committing or preparing acts of terrorism. The documents included step-by-step instructions for creating operational firearms.
Following a trial in October 2024, Mohamed was found guilty of all charges. He was sentenced to seven years in prison with an additional year on extended licence.
Statements
Detective Chief Superintendent Paul Humphrey of the Metropolitan Police Counter Terrorism Command said:
“This case highlights the persistent threat posed by individuals seeking to access or disseminate materials intended for violent purposes. The possession of such information, combined with Mohamed’s activities on extremist platforms, demonstrated a clear risk to public safety. This sentence reflects the seriousness of his actions and should serve as a warning to others.”
Public Safety Concerns
The materials found in Mohamed’s possession were assessed by forensic experts, who confirmed that the instructions, if followed correctly, could result in the creation of viable firearms. Authorities have emphasized the importance of monitoring the use of emerging technologies, such as 3D printing, in connection with terrorism.
Call for Vigilance
The case has renewed calls for greater scrutiny over the accessibility of such materials online and the potential exploitation of technology for nefarious purposes. Law enforcement agencies continue to urge the public to report any suspicious activities or extremist behavior to the authorities.
For concerns related to terrorism, the public can contact the Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789 321 or report anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
