HIBAPRESS – Agencies
A police officer in France who holds "far-right and violent ideology" was arrested on suspicion of planning a terrorist attack, sources reported on Thursday night.
A judicial source confirmed a report broadcast by "TF1/LCI" network, adding that the man is also suspected of manufacturing weapons, in addition to committing other crimes.
Another source familiar with the case stated that the 35-year-old policeman "was arrested in the street" on August 23rd, and was taken into custody pending trial.
According to the report, the policeman is suspected of "planning to carry out violent attacks against state interests" and "manufacturing weapons using 3D printing technology," among other things.
The policeman faces charges including preparation for a terrorist act, manufacturing or trafficking weapons without a license in connection with a terrorist organization, and possessing weapons without a license.
He is also accused of incitement to terrorism via social media.
The policeman's lawyers have not responded to requests for comment.
