Three significant UK terror attacks were thwarted at the “late stage”, police have disclosed, as they issued a warning about a major security alert.
The UK’s National Counter Terrorism Policing (NCTS) unit revealed that three planned attacks were foiled in recent weeks, just as the authorities were stage-managing a major security alert, according to sources.
The alert was issued after intelligence agencies detected a heightened threat, not specific plot, and the authorities were working to identify the level of danger before the situation escalated.
The UK’s top counter-terrorism officers used the threat level system, which gauges the level of danger, to gauge the at-risk situation. The alert was issued at level two, indicating an elevated threat, but not as severe as the level three alert.
The police have kept a tight lid on the identities of the foiled plots, but details suggest they were targeting high-profile locations, including key transportation hubs and public spaces.
As authorities scrambled to lockdown the vulnerabilities, they appealed to the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
With the UK’s capital mainly on high alert, some reports suggested that the alert was linked to a specific plot to target vulnerable individuals in the coming days.
While the authorities are tight-lipped about the details, they reassured the public that they are working tirelessly to address the at-risk situation and keep the nation safe.
The UK’s Prime Minister has also remained silent on the issue, not making any public statements about the warning, leaving many to wonder what could have been the intended target.
London Metropolitan Police (Met) has stepped up its officers’ powers to carry out more stops and searches in a bid to thwart any further potential plots, as intelligence officials continue to monitor and review potential threats.
As the nation remains under a heightened alert, experts warn that the threat of terrorism can be unpredictable, and it’s crucial for the authorities to stay one step ahead of potential threats to keep the public safe.
As of the time of writing, it is not clear whether the alert has been downgraded, but the public is advised to remain vigilant and continue cooperating with the authorities to resolve the ongoing situation.
