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Man charged with Tunstall mosque terror offences Tunstall imam in court over mosque terror charges
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A man has been charged with eight terrorism offences in connection with his work at a mosque. An "influential" imam accused of encouraging support for so-called Islamic State at a mosque has appeared in court.
Kamran Sabir Hussain is accused of encouraging support for so-called Islamic State (IS) at the site in Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, police said. Kamran Sabir Hussain faces eight terrorism charges in connection with his work in Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent.
He is accused of giving a sermon to a congregation "with the alleged purpose" of encouraging support for IS. He is accused of influencing his congregation to carry out terrorist acts.
The 39-year-old, of Knightsbridge Way, Tunstall, is set to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court later. The 39-year-old, of Knightsbridge Way, Tunstall, was remanded in custody at Westminster Magistrates' Court.
Prosecutor Karen Jones described Mr Hussain as a "prominent and influential person in the community".
The offences are alleged to have taken place between June and September 2016.The offences are alleged to have taken place between June and September 2016.
They accuse the defendant of publishing a statement which intended, or was reckless, as to whether members of the public would be encouraged or induced by the statement to commit, prepare or instigate acts of terrorism. More stories from Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire
Mr Hussain is accused of publishing a statement which intended, or was reckless, as to whether members of the public would be encouraged or induced by the statement to commit, prepare or instigate acts of terrorism.
Matt Foot, defending, told the court Mr Hussain intended to plead not guilty.
He is scheduled to appear at the Old Bailey on 17 March.