Dawn raid in Sheffield was terror-related

A dawn raid in Sheffield this morning after neighbours heard an explosion was terror related, it has emerged.
Terror police have arrested three men in Sheffield this morningTerror police have arrested three men in Sheffield this morning
Terror police have arrested three men in Sheffield this morning

Officers searched a house in Shirebrook Road, Meersbrook, after residents heard what they claim was an explosion at around 5.30am.

Officers were seen searching the property before more teams arrived and placed the property under police guard.

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It has now been revealed by South Yorkshire Police that the incident was related to a counter terrorism operation carried out in Sheffield in which three men were arrested this morning.

Specialist counter terrorism police officers arrested three men, aged 22, 36 and 41, at addresses in Sheffield on suspicion of being concerned in the commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism.

A 31-year-old man was arrested at an address in Chesterfield on suspicion of the same offence.

A spokesman for the North East Counter Terrorism Policing Unit said: "The men have been taken to a police station in West Yorkshire for questioning.

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"The arrests were intelligence led and pre-planned as part of an ongoing investigation.

"Three properties in Sheffield and one in Chesterfield are currently being searched in connection with these arrests.

"We recognise that local people may have concerns as a result of this activity. We would ask people to remain alert but not alarmed and we are grateful for the assistance and understanding of people locally.

"Residents will be kept as informed as possible and we are grateful for their understanding, patience and support while these enquiries continue."