A teenager from south London has been arrested as part of an operation by the Met Police's counter terrorism command.

Officers visited an address in south London on the morning of Friday, January 7.

A 15-year-old boy was detained under PACE after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in conduct in preparation for terrorist acts.

Searches at the address have finished.

The boy was taken to a London police station, and he has since been bailed to a date in February.

There is not believed to be any imminent threat to the public in relation to this.

The ongoing investigation is suspected to be linked to extreme right wing ideology.

A Met Police spokesperson said: "A teenage boy has been arrested as part of a proactive operation by the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command.

"Officers visited an address in south London on the morning of Friday, 7 January.

"A 15-year-old boy was detained under PACE after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in conduct in preparation for terrorist acts (contrary to Section 5 Terrorism Act 2006).

"Searches at the address have concluded.

"The boy was taken to a London police station, and he has since been bailed to a date in February.

"There is not believed to be any imminent threat to the public in relation to this.

"The ongoing investigation is suspected to be linked to extreme right wing ideology.

"Every year thousands of reports from the public help the police keep communities safe from terrorism. If you see or hear anything suspicious or of concern, then it can be reported to police, in confidence, via 0800 789 321 or online at www.gov.uk/ACT.

"In an emergency, or if you need urgent police assistance, always dial 999.

"Visit the ACT Early website - https://actearly.uk/ - to find out how you can seek help and support for anyone who you suspect has been radicalised, or is vulnerable."

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