By Hull terror suspect named
A suspect charged with encouraging terrorism has been court today, and has been named as Munia Elkali.
Elkali, 31, of Cheadle Close in Hull, is accused of publishing statements which could be seen as direct or indirect encouragement to commission, prepare or instigate acts of terrorism.
He appeared at Leeds Magistrates’ Court charged with two counts of encouraging terrorism.
Mr Elkali was remanded in custody to appear at the Old Bailey on 10 July.
He was arrested on Saturday after police were called to a disturbance in a street in Hull.
He was released and and later re-arrested on suspicion of offences under section 41 of the Terrorism Act the same day.
Humberside Police Chief Superintendent Scott Young said:
“The detention, subsequent charging and remand of a man following his arrest on Cheadle Close, Hull, should provide reassurance for the local community.
“We continue to believe this to be an isolated incident with no wider risk to the public and thank the local residents for their support throughout.
“We appreciate that this may be a concerning time for the local community.
“We do believe this to be an isolated incident with no wider risk to the public.”
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