UK-Iranian Dual National Arrested Over RAF Fairford Incident
A UK-Iranian dual national has been arrested on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts following a major incident at the RAF Fairford base. Counter Terrorism Policing has been investigating the event, which took place during the early hours of Sunday, prompting a heavy police presence near the location.
Authorities previously arrested five men in connection with the incident, all of whom are UK nationals from London. Police released these five individuals on bail on Monday, describing the decision as an investigative choice based on experience and strategy.
Meanwhile, residents living near RAF Fairford reported feeling unsafe and described themselves as being "like sitting ducks" at the center of the major occurrence. Villagers living near the base expressed concern regarding a lack of communication from authorities in the days before and after the event. The BBC approached Counter Terrorism Policing for comment regarding the local concerns.
Separately, comments regarding the situation at RAF Fairford were made to Sky News, where it was stated that "seriously bad people" were involved in the incident.