Man imprisoned for terror charges
A 22-year-old man, convicted of terrorism charges, has today been jailed.
Axl Scott was sentenced to 18 months imprisonment today. He pleaded guilty to five counts of contraventions of the Terrorism Act 2000 and possession of a conductive energy device in May this year.
In July 2021, officers were conducting inquiries at an address in Ardentinny when Scott's terrorism-related offences were uncovered. During a search of the address, officers found extremist material and the Organised Crime and Counter Terrorism Unit (OCCTU), where immediately called in to assist in the investigation.
Several items, including documents on how to construct explosive devices, along with a video of a terrorist act were seized. Digital devices containing Telegram conversations of extreme right-wing subjects were recovered along with a conductive energy device.
Detective Superintendent Stephen Clark said: "A team of officers worked consistently to build a clear picture of Scott's activities and crimes. The evidence uncovered clearly showed his extreme right-wing ideology and terrorist intentions. He now faces the consequences of the serious nature of his crimes.
"These types of crimes can cause concern in our local communities and while they are rare, they do remind us of the need to be vigilant. If you see or hear something suspicious or think that someone may be involved in terrorism activity, please act by reporting it to Police Scotland through 101. In an emergency dial 999. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained."
