Eighth man charged in ongoing National Security Act related investigation

Counter Terrorism Policing detectives have charged an eighth person in relation to an ongoing investigation linked to offences under the National Security Act.

Ashton Evans [K], 20 (11.01.2005) of Newport, Gwent, was charged on Wednesday 19 February with possession with intent to supply class A drugs, contrary to section 5(3) of the Misuse of Drugs Act, 1971 and with failing to report information about acts of terrorism, contrary to section 38B of the Terrorism Act, 2000.

In addition, Dylan Earl [A] 21 (17.02.04) of Elmesthorpe, Leicestershire was also further charged via postal requisition in February with possession with intent to supply class A drugs, contrary to section 5 (3) of the Misuse of Drugs Act, 1971 and possession of criminal property, contrary to section 329 of the Proceeds of Crime Act, 2002.

The charges were authorised by the Crown Prosecution Service following ongoing liaison with the investigation team and Evans is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court from 14:00hrs on Thursday, 20 February.

Earl is due to appear at the same court on 26 February.