https://metro.co.uk/2024/07/21/england-euro-2024-final-saved-police-isis-cell-raids-21267036/
A terror attack was allegedly planned on England’s fan zone in Berlin during the Euro 2024 final against Spain.
Police raided a series of addresses hours before kick off on July 14, fearing an imminent attack.
The assault was planned on fans gathering to watch the match in Breitscheidplatz in Germany’s capital, it was claimed.
Three suspects were detained after coordinated raids in nearby Potsdam, the Sun reported.
They were reportedly under surveillance as they were suspected of being terror supporters, with plans to target the football tournament.
After photos were allegedly found taken on phones of Breitscheidplatz and a large church, the concerns became greater.
A spokesperson for Berlin Police said: ‘The homes of three men were searched at three addresses in Potsdam.
England fans speak with police officers as they celebrate ahead of a semi final match between Netherlands and England in Dortmund on July 10 (Picture: AP)
‘Forces from the special task forces were involved in the operation.
‘The measures were carried out in connection with an immediate threat from the Islamist spectrum.’
The suspects were released under investigation and the exact nature of the alleged plot was not reported.
It comes amid heightened fears of terror attacks on major events.
Large parts of Paris have been restricted ahead of the Olympic Games beginning on Friday.
Isis previously posted a mocked up propaganda image showing an armed drone flying into the Eiffel Tower, saying the event was a target.
A terror attack was allegedly planned on England’s fan zone in Berlin during the Euro 2024 final against Spain.
Police raided a series of addresses hours before kick off on July 14, fearing an imminent attack.
The assault was planned on fans gathering to watch the match in Breitscheidplatz in Germany’s capital, it was claimed.
Three suspects were detained after coordinated raids in nearby Potsdam, the Sun reported.
They were reportedly under surveillance as they were suspected of being terror supporters, with plans to target the football tournament.
After photos were allegedly found taken on phones of Breitscheidplatz and a large church, the concerns became greater.
A spokesperson for Berlin Police said: ‘The homes of three men were searched at three addresses in Potsdam.
England fans speak with police officers as they celebrate ahead of a semi final match between Netherlands and England in Dortmund on July 10 (Picture: AP)
‘Forces from the special task forces were involved in the operation.
‘The measures were carried out in connection with an immediate threat from the Islamist spectrum.’
The suspects were released under investigation and the exact nature of the alleged plot was not reported.
It comes amid heightened fears of terror attacks on major events.
Large parts of Paris have been restricted ahead of the Olympic Games beginning on Friday.
Isis previously posted a mocked up propaganda image showing an armed drone flying into the Eiffel Tower, saying the event was a target.
