Two individuals have been charged in connection with a conspiracy to carry out terrorist attacks targeting a mosque and a cemetery in Cardiff. The charges center around discussions held through a messaging app, where they allegedly plotted significant explosive attacks.
Details of the Alleged Plot
The accused individuals are Mr. Edwards and Mr. Vincent. They reportedly discussed a plan involving the acquisition of 1,000 kilograms of ammonium nitrate, a highly explosive material. Their objective was to load this explosive into a van without attracting attention.
- The discussions took place on the messaging platform Discord.
- Evidence suggests Mr. Edwards expressed intentions to harm Jewish and Muslim communities.
- Research on software security for conducting attacks was allegedly conducted by Mr. Vincent.
- Aerial photographs of specific locations, including a Jewish cemetery near Roath Park and a local synagogue, were reportedly obtained.
Legal Proceedings
Both defendants are expected to plead not guilty, asserting they lacked the intention to execute any terrorist actions. A representative for Mr. Edwards characterized some of his comments on Discord as “rage-baiting.”
A provisional date for their trial has been scheduled for February 2027. The case has raised substantial concerns regarding domestic terrorism and community safety in Cardiff.
