The horrified family of a self-proclaimed neo-Nazi made a chilling discovery that would see him jailed: a sinister collection of terror manuals and bomb-making guides hidden in their own home.
Nathan Bull, 23, from Sheerness, Kent, was sentenced to two years and four months imprisonment at Canterbury Crown Court after pleading guilty to seven counts of possessing documents likely to be useful for terrorism.
The court heard how Bull's own mother and stepfather stumbled upon his vile stash of extremist material, including the notorious Anarchist Cookbook and How to Make Bombs Part 1, prompting them to immediately alert counter-terror police.
A Descent into Far-Right Extremism
Bull's digital footprint painted a damning picture of his radicalisation. Investigations revealed his active participation in neo-Nazi online forums and encrypted chat groups, where he shared his extremist views and discussed his possession of the dangerous material.
Prosecutor Bridget Todd told the court that Bull had expressed a "long-standing interest in extreme right-wing ideology, including Nazism and white supremacy." His online persona was a tapestry of hate, adorned with swastikas and antisemitic slurs.
The Chilling Evidence
The documents in Bull's possession were not merely for show; they were practical, tactical guides for causing mass casualties. The collection included:
- The Anarchist Cookbook, a infamous manual containing instructions for creating explosives and illicit drugs.
- How to Make Bombs Part 1, a detailed guide on constructing improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
- The DIY Gunpowder Cookbook, providing recipes for creating basic explosives.
- The Poor Man's James Bond, a series of volumes detailing various methods of sabotage and weaponry.
When officers raided his family home in August 2022, they seized his electronic devices, which contained the digital versions of these terror manuals.
A Family's Intervention
In a move that undoubtedly prevented further danger, Bull's family are hailed as heroes for their decisive action. Upon making their grim discovery, they did not hesitate to contact the authorities, leading to his immediate arrest.
Defence barrister Harry MacDonald stated that Bull had "expressed shame and remorse" for his actions and the distress caused to his family. He described Bull as a "lonely and socially isolated individual" who fell down a rabbit hole of online extremism.
Despite this, Judge Mark Weekes emphasised the severity of the crimes, stating that the possession of such documents "crosses the custody threshold." Bull was sentenced to a total of 28 months in a young offenders' institution.
Detective Chief Superintendent Nicola Faulconbridge of the Southeast Counter Terrorism Police highlighted the critical role of the public, stating: "This case is a prime example of how important information from the public is." She urged anyone with concerns about someone being drawn into extremism to come forward, assuring them that support is available.
