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Thirteen Arrested Over Threat to Suffolk Muslim Event

7/19/2026

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Police arrested thirteen people after detecting a potential serious threat to a Suffolk religious gathering of about 15,000 worshippers.
Counter-Terrorism Commander Helen Flanagan said enquiries are ongoing and reassured the Muslim community.
Eight men were detained under the Terrorism Act.
Seven of those men were released without charge on Saturday.
The remaining 42-year-old was charged with possession of extendable batons and a stun gun.

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Police arrested thirteen people after detecting a potential serious threat to a Suffolk religious gathering of about 15,000 worshippers.
Counter-Terrorism Commander Helen Flanagan said enquiries are ongoing and reassured the Muslim community.
Eight men were detained under the Terrorism Act.
Seven of those men were released without charge on Saturday.
The remaining 42-year-old was charged with possession of extendable batons and a stun gun.