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Canberra teenager charged over allegedly planning ACT terror attack

Seventeen-year-old, previously charged over alleged extremist material, now faces additional charges relating to allegedly preparing for an attackFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Canberra teenager has become the first...

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by Caitlin Cassidy
Canberra teenager charged over allegedly planning ACT terror attack

Seventeen-year-old, previously charged over alleged extremist material, now faces additional charges relating to allegedly preparing for an attack

A Canberra teenager has become the first person to be charged with planning a terrorist act in the ACT.

On 5 November last year, the 17-year-old was arrested and charged after alleged violent extremist material was located during a search warrant. He has been remanded in custody since his arrest.

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This article was originally published by The Guardian and written by Caitlin Cassidy.

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