(Sophie Laslett)Top Terror Suspect Is Freed Over Secrets Fear -- Times Online
The Home Secretary has released a man regarded as one of Britain’s most dangerous terror suspects from virtual house arrest to avoid disclosing secret evidence against him, The Times has learnt.
The man, known only as AF, has been subject to a controversial “control order” since 2006 because of his alleged links with Islamic terrorists. He has never been charged, however, and the evidence for the allegations has never been heard in a public court.
The control order was revoked last week and the suspect’s electronic tag removed, setting him free in spite of the Government’s claim that he remains a threat.
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My Comment: This case is symbolic of how the legal system in Britain has failed in pursuing anti-terrorism operations. I suspect that there is going to be consequences from this ruling, as well as even more legal challenges.
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