Three women are facing terrorism charges following an incident where a van was deliberately driven into the perimeter fence of a defence manufacturing facility in Edinburgh. The attack occurred at the Leonardo site, a key supplier of defence equipment, sparking immediate security concerns.
Police Scotland confirmed that the suspects, whose identities have not been disclosed, were arrested shortly after the incident. Authorities have described the act as a deliberate attempt to breach security at the high-profile facility.
Security Tightened After Incident
The attack has prompted a review of security measures at sensitive sites across the UK. The Leonardo facility, which produces advanced defence technology, is considered a critical infrastructure site.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing the van accelerate towards the fence before crashing. Emergency services responded swiftly, and no injuries were reported. However, the psychological impact on workers at the site is being assessed.
Ongoing Investigations
Counter-terrorism units are leading the investigation, with sources indicating that the motive behind the attack is still under scrutiny. The women are expected to appear in court later this week.
This incident comes amid heightened awareness of domestic terrorism threats in the UK. Security experts have warned that critical infrastructure sites remain potential targets for extremist activities.
