A POLICE chief has reassured the Mossley community after two teenagers were arrested on suspicion of being involved in an act of terrorism.
The 16-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl remain in police custody after being arrested by the North West Counter Terrorism Unit.
They were arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the commission, preparation or instigation of an act of terrorism.
Following intelligence received, officers from the NWCTU are also currently searching two addresses in the Mossley area of Tameside.
Searches are currently ongoing at addresses on Hanover Street and Spring Mill Drive, Mossley, and are expected to last some time.
Chief Superintendent Caroline Ball said: “I know news of an arrest made under terrorism legislation in this community will cause a certain amount of anxiety and people will understandably have questions.
“What I want to stress very clearly is that this investigation is in no way linked to any sort of international terrorist plot nor have we recovered any evidence to suggest the community of Mossley is at risk.
“This investigation has arisen as a result of information from law enforcement agencies so it is prudent we carry out a thorough, professional investigation to determine the circumstances and details of the activity reported.
“Our community will see a lot of police activity at these addresses over the coming days but rather than cause anxiety I want people to be reassured that we have taken this precautionary action to ensure the safety of our residents.
“Again I would stress there is no current threat to either the Mossley community or wider and there is no reason to be unduly worried.
“If anyone is concerned, please approach one of local officers who will be happy to speak to you.”
Anyone with concerns about suspicious activity should contact local officers or the confidential Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789321.
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