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Five Men Arrested Near RAF Fairford on Terrorism Suspicion

By Drooid · Sep 28, 2026, 6:16 AM UTC · How we work

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British police arrest

British police arrested five men near RAF Fairford on terrorism suspicion on 27 September 2026.
A farmer’s 12:45 a.m. tip reported three vans heading toward the base.
Counter-terrorism detectives are probing a possible Iranian state link to the plot.
Threat level rose to Delta at RAF Fairford.
About 85 households were evacuated while bomb-disposal robots inspected the vans.

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Vicki Evans confirms

Counter Terrorism Policing senior coordinator Vicki Evans confirmed five men remain in custody as investigations continue.
The suspects were first charged under the Explosives Act and later under section 5 of the Terrorism Act 2000.
Detention under the Terrorism Act permits up to 14 days without charge, exceeding the standard 24-hour limit.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham called the incident deeply concerning and pledged necessary steps to protect people.

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British police arrest

British police arrested five men near RAF Fairford on terrorism suspicion on 27 September 2026.
A farmer’s 12:45 a.m. tip reported three vans heading toward the base.
Counter-terrorism detectives are probing a possible Iranian state link to the plot.
Threat level rose to Delta at RAF Fairford.
About 85 households were evacuated while bomb-disposal robots inspected the vans.

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