Police have foiled a terror plot on the King’s guards after a ‘lone actor’ caused a ‘huge security scare’.
The 20-year-old was arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon and arson in Slough last week at the Salt Hill Activity Centre, near Windsor Castle.
It comes as military personnel at a barracks close by were warned not to leave the grounds in uniform, with the alert remaining in place for two days.
Military personnel at a barracks close by were warned not to leave the grounds in uniform, with the alert remaining in place for two days (file image)
A source told The Sun: ‘The suspect is feared to have been plotting an attack.
‘Police informed bosses at the barracks and measures were taken immediately despite him already being in custody.
‘It was a huge security scare. But it was in the interests of everyone’s safety.’
Police have foiled a terror plot on the King’s guards after a ‘lone actor’ caused a ‘huge security scare’ (file image)
Thames Valley Police confirmed that while in custody on Sunday, the man was re-arrested on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts.
Counter terrorism Policing South East are now leading an investigation into the events which took place at Victoria Barracks – home to the 1st Battalion Coldstream Guards.
Police have confirmed they are stepping up patrols to reassure the public of their safety.
