17-year-old arrested on suspicion of terror offences in High Wycombe

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A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences.

He was held in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, on Thursday morning on suspicion of "arranging funds or property for the purposes of terrorism".

The "pre-planned" arrest relates to an investigation by the South East Counter Terrorism Unit (SECTU) in connection with conflicts overseas.

Superintendent Ed McLean, of Thames Valley Police, said: "I would like to reassure the community that this investigation should have very little impact on local residents.

"The arrest was pre-planned and was not made in response to any immediate threat to public safety in High Wycombe.

"Our officers will continue to maintain a presence in the area, offering reassurance to the local community."

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