Man jailed for far-right terrorism offences

A man from Derbyshire has been jailed after admitting to possession of several terrorist documents.

In August last year, Adrian Monk was charged with 10 offences of possession of a document containing information of a kind likely to be useful to a person committing or preparing an act of terrorism – Contrary to Section 58 Terrorism Act 2000.

The charges came after detectives from Counter Terrorism Policing West Midlands CTU executed a warrant at his former home in Rugeley, Staffordshire where the documents were seized.

The 33-year-old pleaded guilty at a hearing at Birmingham Crown Court in March and was sentenced on Wednesday to five years and two months.

Detective Chief Superintendent Alison Hurst, who leads CTP West Midlands CTU, said: “Terrorism documents can contain very disturbing and dangerous content making it illegal to have them.

“We will work to remove these documents to stop the propaganda and onward sharing of such material.

“We will continue to protect local communities by working with partners and the CPS to pursue and prosecute all those who show support for terrorism.

“We work tirelessly to counter terrorism. Our absolute priority is to ensure the safety and security of the people who live, work and visit the West Midlands area.”