What we know about RAF Fairford counter-terror probe
Five men were arrested on suspicion of terrorism and explosives offenses after a major incident was declared at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. Police and bomb disposal teams established a large cordon around the area, leading to the evacuation of 85 households in the surrounding community. The investigation is being led by Counter Terrorism Policing, with the US military coordinating with UK counterparts to ensure the safety of personnel and the local population.
- ▪Five men were arrested near Whelford village on suspicion of preparation of a terrorist act and offenses under the Explosives Act.
- ▪Gloucestershire Police received a report of three suspicious vehicles heading toward RAF Fairford at 00:45 BST on Sunday.
- ▪Eighty-five households were evacuated from the area, with residents advised they could not return home that night.
- ▪Counter Terrorism Policing is leading the investigation, which is understood not to be intelligence-led, while the US military is monitoring the situation.
- ▪President Donald Trump commented that the arrested individuals were looking to cause significant damage and had been under surveillance for some time.
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What we know about RAF Fairford counter-terror probeImage caption, Aerial pictures showed a remote-controlled robot approaching two stationary white vans in a wooded areaByEmily AtkinsonPublished27 September 2026, 17:20 BSTUpdated 1 hour agoFive men have been arrested on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offences after a major incident was declared at an airbase in the west of England.Bomb disposal teams have been examining a number of vehicles near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire and dozens of homes in the surrounding area have been evacuated.Here is a summary of what we know so far.Where is RAF Fairford?RAF Fairford is located in the Cotswolds, about four miles (6.4km) south of the town of Fairford, which sits along the River Coln.The base shares a long history with the American…
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