Bradford man Mohammad Owais Sabir charged with terror offences

(BBC) A man from Bradford has appeared in court charged with terrorism offences.

Mohammad Owais Sabir, of Mansfield Road, spoke only to confirm his name and address via videolink at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.

He is accused of multiple crimes, including possessing articles for terrorist purposes.

Mr Sabir was arrested last week as part of what police described as a “pre-planned, intelligence-led operation” involving counter-terrorism officers.

He has been charged with nine offences under the Terrorism Act 2000, including entering funding arrangements, fundraising and possession of articles for terrorist purposes.

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