Man in 30s Arrested at Luton Airport Over Terror Links
A man in his 30s was stopped and quizzed by police at Luton Airport on Tuesday, July 5, shortly after arriving in the UK. Officers used powers under Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act 2000 to detain him for questioning.
Linked to Banned Terror Group LTTE
The man was arrested on suspicion of membership and support of the banned Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). This breach falls under Sections 11 and 12 of the Terrorism Act 2000. He was taken to a nearby police station but later released under investigation as inquiries continue.
Met’s Counter Terrorism Team Leads Probe
The Met’s Counter Terrorism Command is at the forefront of the investigation. They are working closely with the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit and UK Border Force to keep the public safe.
“Across the UK, there is a network of counter-terrorism officers working at our ports and borders,” said Commander Richard Smith, head of the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command.
“The public’s support is also critical, and as the terrorist threat level remains high, I would ask the public to remain vigilant, and if you see or hear anything that doesn’t seem right, please report it to us.”
