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Sydney teens charged with terrorism offences

Sydney teens charged with terrorism offences

India Blooms News Service | | 13 Oct 2016, 09:42 am
Sydney, Oct 13 (IBNS): The New South Wales Joint Counter Terrorism Team (NSW JCTT) has charged two juveniles with terror related offences following their arrest in Bankstown on Wednesday.

The two 16-year-old teens were arrested in Adnam Lane, Bankstown and two knives were seized, read a statement issued by the police.

The JCTT also executed search warrants at addresses in Revesby, Lakemba, Parramatta and Bankstown. A number of items were seized and will be examined by investigators.

Due to the seriousness of the offences, the pair was bailed refused and will appear in Parramatta Children’s Court this morning.

Acting NSW Police Commissioner Catherine Burn said, once again, the age of those charged is a concern.

“The fact we are putting two teenagers before the court on such serious charges reflects the ongoing threat we face. Fortunately, the excellent cooperation between State and Federal agencies has prevented a very disturbing crime. The need for ongoing vigilance has never been greater.”

Australian Federal Police Deputy Commissioner Michael Phelan praised the work of the NSW JCTT members in a dynamic and challenging environment.

“Yesterday’s arrests are another example of the commitment of all agencies to ensuring the safety of the community. We will take action to disrupt and arrest, and follow that up with investigations to identify criminal behaviour.”

The JCTT advised there is no ongoing threat to the community.
 

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