Boy denies plotting terrorist attack on mosques
A 14-year-old boy has pleaded not guilty to charges of plotting a terrorist attack on two mosques in Sutton, London. Prosecutors allege the teenager was motivated by extreme right-wing ideology and had created a manifesto inspired by historical extremist figures.
Why it matters
This case highlights the ongoing challenge of radicalization among minors and the threat of domestic terrorism targeting religious communities.
Image source, PA Media Published 16 July 2026, 13:03 BST Updated 21 minutes ago A 14-year-old boy has denied plotting a terrorist attack on two south-west London mosques.
The child, who cannot be named for legal reasons, is accused of planning to target two places of worship in Sutton, with his actions motivated by "extreme right-wing terrorism", prosecutors said.
He appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court where he pleaded not guilty to the preparation of terrorist acts on or before 9 July, and racially aggravated damage to property.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in