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Bronwen Weatherby

Man arrested after review of terrorists on licence following London Bridge attack

Two people have been arrested in connection with the murder of a baby boy (Picture: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

A 34-year-old man has been arrested following a review of the existing licence conditions of convicted terrorism offenders

West Midlands Police said the man was taken into custody in Stoke-on-Trent having released a search warrant on Saturday night.

In a statement, the force said: “As a result of a search of his home address, the 34-year-old was arrested on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts contrary to Section 5 of the Terrorism Act 2006.

“These searches continue.

“There was no immediate risk to public safety," they added.

There is no information to suggest that the arrested man was involved in the incident at London Bridge on Friday, police say.

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