Far-right extremists jailed for terror plots

Far-right extremists jailed for terror plots

Three individuals with extremist ideologies have been sentenced to jail for planning terrorist attacks on mosques and synagogues. Brogan Stewart, Christopher Ringrose, and Marco Pitzettu were found guilty in May and have now been given prison terms for their intentions to carry out violent acts. Stewart received an 11-year sentence, Ringrose was sentenced to 10 years, and Pitzettu will serve eight years. The sentencing took place at Sheffield Crown Court, where Mrs. Justice Cutts noted that the group continued to follow their extreme right-wing beliefs.

The trio, who had not met in person before their trial, were members of an online group planning an attack on an Islamic education center in Leeds. Counter-terror police thwarted their plans before any harm could be done. During the trial, it was revealed that the men had gathered over 200 weapons, including machetes, swords, crossbows, and an illegal stun gun. Ringrose had even gone as far as to 3D print components for a semi-automatic firearm, showcasing the seriousness of their intentions.

The case highlights the ongoing threat posed by extremist individuals who are willing to use violence to promote their hateful ideologies. The fact that these individuals had amassed a significant number of weapons and were actively planning an attack underscores the need for continued vigilance and robust counter-terrorism measures. The successful intervention by law enforcement in this case likely prevented a tragic and potentially deadly incident from occurring

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