Joshua Kerry, 28, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Wednesday (October 7) accused of preparing acts of terrorism, including against Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage.
Police said Kerry, of Byrley Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, had been charged with one count of preparation of terrorist acts, contrary to section 5(1)(a) of the Terrorism Act 2006, following authorisation from the Crown Prosecution Service.
Charge details
The charge relates to activity alleged to have taken place between 31 May 2024 and 8 July 2026. Kerry was charged on Friday (October 2).
Counter Terrorism Policing said in a statement: "A 28-year-old man has been charged with engaging in conduct in preparation of acts of terrorism, including against Nigel Farage MP.
Investigation
Vicki Evans, Senior National Coordinator for Counter Terrorism Policing, said: "We have been running a hugely intensive and complex investigation for some time.
"The charge announced today is a result of the tireless work of investigators across the Counter Terrorism Policing network.
"This investigation has been led by a dedicated team of detectives, analysts, and forensic experts, working on multiple lines of enquiry, which has resulted in this very serious charge."
Kerry is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Wednesday 7 October 2026.
