'We were told to stay indoors when it kicked off': West Midlands residents witness 'bomb squad' as 18-year-old arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences

Cradley Heath residents spoke of their shock following a morning police raid on their doorsteps.

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A West Midlands Police van remained at the scene in Codsall Road, Cradley Heath, following the arrest of a man on suspicion of terrorism offences earlier today (March 6).

Detectives from Counter Terrorism Policing West Midlands attended the address this morning in a pre-planned operation.

Police say an 18-year-old man was detained on suspicion of disseminating terrorism material and remains in custody for questioning.

Police remain on a residential road in Cradley Heath, where they arrested an 18-year-old man on suspicion of disseminating terrorism material
Police remain on a residential road in Cradley Heath, where they arrested an 18-year-old man on suspicion of disseminating terrorism material