A 16-year-old has been arrested for terrorism offences outside an Islamic centre in Greenock.
Just after 9am this morning, officers locked down Laird Street and West Blackhall Street in the town. A 16-year-old boy was then arrested outside the Inverclyde Islamic Centre in connection with offences under the Terrorism Act.
The teenager remains in custody as police continue their enquiries, however, the force have stated that there is no further risk to the public. The cops are now asking for anyone with information or concerns to contact them.
Assistant Chief Constable Andy Freeburn said: “Shortly after 9am on Thursday, 23 January, 2025, a 16-year-old male youth was arrested outside the Inverclyde Islamic Centre, Laird Street, Greenock, in connection with offences under the Terrorism Act.
“The youth remains in custody and enquiries continue. There is nothing to suggest anyone else was involved or that there is any further risk to the public.
“We are speaking to members of the local community to provide reassurance and I would urge anyone with information or who has any concerns to please come forward and speak to officers.”
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