Man sentenced for sharing terrorist publications

A man from Leeds has been sentenced for sharing terrorist publications and conspiracy to commit robbery.

Cameron Gloria De Almeida has been sentenced to four years imprisonment and one year on extended licence.

At an earlier hearing in July, the 22-year-old entered guilty pleas to five counts of disseminating terrorist publications, but claimed he did so recklessly, not with intent to influence.

However, His Honour Judge Kearl KC determined the effect of De Almeida’s actions were intended to directly or indirectly encourage or induce the commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism.

De Almeida was arrested on March 1, 2025, as part of an intelligence led operation by Counter Terrorism Policing North East, supported by West Yorkshire Police.

Reviewing his iPhone, Digital Investigators discovered a cloud-based storage account which he had used to share electronic libraries of terrorist publications and lectures promoting violent Jihad.

Also on the phone, were discussions between De Almeida and an unknown individual, planning to commit an armed robbery on a delivery driver.

Two mobile phones, two balaclavas and a knife were seized from his address.

Detective Chief Superintendent James Dunkerley, Head of Counter Terrorism Policing North East  said: “Sharing terrorist publications is a serious offence and the impact of doing so is not restricted to the online space. All too often we see the real-world implications of individuals who have been influenced by such material or even motivated to take part in terrorist acts or activity.

“The court recognised the significance of De Almeida’s conduct, ruling it was anything but reckless. He knew the potential implications of his actions but foolishly believed he could hide behind a cloud-based storage account known for its robust privacy measures. The custodial sentence he has received today proves otherwise."