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Teen Sentenced for Joining Neo-Nazi Group, Possessing Weapons

3/27/2026

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A 16-year-old boy from Northumberland was sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison plus one year on supervision for joining the banned neo-Nazi group The Base and for possessing and sharing terror publications.
During a February 2025 police raid, weapons were found at his home, including a crossbow and knives.
The jury could not reach a verdict on planning an attack on Newcastle synagogues and prosecutors will not seek a retrial.

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A 16-year-old boy from Northumberland was sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison plus one year on supervision for joining the banned neo-Nazi group The Base and for possessing and sharing terror publications.
During a February 2025 police raid, weapons were found at his home, including a crossbow and knives.
The jury could not reach a verdict on planning an attack on Newcastle synagogues and prosecutors will not seek a retrial.