A man has been charged with terrorism offences after a Norris Green house was raided.
A property on Outer Forum was surrounded by police and a bomb disposal unit on Friday, May 26. Officers evacuated the home and arrested a 19-year-old man.
Detectives have now confirmed Jacob Graham has been charged with eight offences including preparation of acts for terrorism and being in possession of material likely to be useful to a terrorist.
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Graham, of Outer Forum, Norris Green, has been remanded to appear before the Central Criminal Court on Friday, June 23. Chief superintendent Zoe Thornton said: "I understand that the serious nature of the charges today may cause concern for people living in nearby communities, and indeed wider.
"The safety of the public is paramount and the charges are the result of an extensive operation by Counter Terrorism Policing North West (CTPNW), working together with Merseyside Police.
"Merseyside Police is working very closely with community groups, community leaders, partner agencies and individuals to make sure any concerns are addressed, and this work will continue over the coming days and weeks.
"We always need the public’s help to defeat terrorism by being extra vigilant and letting us know of any suspicious behaviour or activity. The charges today demonstrate that commitment from UK law enforcement to keeping our communities safe."
The full charges of Jacob Graham are as follows:
- Two counts of preparation for acts of terrorism, contrary to Section 5 of the Terrorism Act 2006
- Two counts of dissemination of terrorist publications, contrary to Section 2 of the Terrorism Act 2006
- Four counts of possession of material likely to be useful to a terrorist, contrary to Section 58 of the Terrorism Act 2000
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