Three in court over Yorkshire motorway weapons cache

THREE men have appeared in court charged with terrorism offences after a cache of weapons was allegedly found in a car stopped by police on the M1 in Yorkshire.
By The Newsroom
Published 10th Jul 2012, 14:07 BST

Jewel Uddin 26, Omar Mohammed Khan, 27, and Mohammed Hasseen, 23, faced Westminster Magistrates’ Court accused of preparation for an act or acts of terrorism.

They were arrested after a routine stop of a Renault Laguna by police on the M1 motorway near Sheffield, South Yorkshire, on Saturday June 30.

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The car was impounded on suspicion of having no insurance, and firearms and other material were later found inside, it is claimed.

The three men face an allegation that between May 1 and July 4 this year they took part in activities including the manufacture of an improvised explosive device, the acquisition of firearms and other weapons, and the purchase of motor vehicles connected with the charges.

They all appeared in court in black sweatshirts and dark trousers, and spoke only to confirm their names and addresses during the short hearing.

They were remanded in custody to appear at the Old Bailey on July 31.

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Four other men were also arrested last week and remain in custody.

Officers have until Wednesday to charge, release or apply for a warrant of further detention for three of them.

The fourth man can be held until Thursday.