IS suspects radicalised on the Internet: ATS

The 10 accused charged by the Maharashtra Anti Terrorism Squad (ATS) for allegedly planning terrorist activities in the State crossed paths with their handler while being radicalised on the Internet, investigating officers said on Monday.

Last week, the ATS picked up nine accused from Mumbra and Aurangabad, and charged them under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act. They were allegedly found to be in possession of chemicals and in touch with an Islamic State (IS) handler based abroad. Inquiries indicated they were allegedly working for the Ummat-e-Mohammadiya (followers of Prophet Mohammed) and were tasked with carrying out a mission at the local level. On Sunday, the ATS arrested one more accused from Mumbra.

Courtesy : The Hindu