A terror raid which saw a teenager arrested in High Wycombe this morning is not believed to be related to a leaked list of Isis recruits, a police advisor has said.
Rumours that the operation was related to the ‘Jihadi database’ revealed by Sky News last night are not thought to be true according to the community figure, who has also described the operation as “low key”.
South East Counter Terrorism Unit (SECTU) swooped on the town this morning, arresting a 17-year-old boy on suspicion of arranging funds or property for the purpose of terrorism.
READ MORE HERE: High Wycombe teenager arrested on suspicion of terror offences.
Mohammed Khaliel, a Met Police advisor, who also sits on the High Wycombe Police Independent Advisory Group, said: “I understand this operation was led by SECTU and not SO15.
“The operation arrest was low key and likely unrelated to the Sky News Jihadi database disclosure.
“It is commendable to see police cause minimum community impact and tensions when carrying out important tasks.”
He said: “The community will always support a safer and cohesive society and we should be mindful that extremist groups such as the EDL or ISIS may try and take advantage from such situations.”
He added: “If a Muslim person or group suffers verbal or other abuse locally, as result of national or international events, this is clearly a hate crime and should be reported to the police or appropriate third parties.”
Earlier today, Wycombe police area commander, superintendent Ed McLean, said: "I would like to reassure the community that this investigation should have very little impact on local residents.
“The arrest was pre-planned and was not made in response to any immediate threat to public safety in High Wycombe.
"Our officers will continue to maintain a presence in the area, offering reassurance to the local community."
Did you see this morning’s police raid or have any information? Get in touch by calling 07824 530126 or emailing andrew.colley@london.newsquest.co.uk
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