CTPNW investigation sees 19-year-old man from Merseyside charged with terrorism offences

Jacob Graham (DOB: 22.1.2004) of Outer Forum, Norris Green, attended Westminster Magistrates Court today (02/06/2023), and was charged with:

• 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

He has been remanded to appear before the Central Criminal Court on Friday 23 June 2023.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Statement from Merseyside Police 

Chief Superintendent Zoe Thornton of Merseyside Police 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.”

If anyone has any information they are urged to contact the anti-terrorism hotline on 0800 789 321 or to discuss any concerns can contact police on 101.

If you see or hear something unusual or suspicious, trust your instincts and ACT (Action Counters Terrorism) by reporting possible terrorist activity in confidence.

Any piece of information could be important, so it's better to be safe and report any information you might have. You can help the police prevent terrorism and save lives. Report possible terrorist or extremist activity – Action Counters Terrorism