A 31-year-old man from Sydney's south-west has been arrested and charged with terrorism-related offences following a vehicle stop by police where multiple items, including mobile phones, were seized. According to the officials, the man allegedly possessed violent extremist material on one of the seized devices. The incident took place during a routine patrol by the State Crime Command's Raptor Squad Traffic and Highway Patrol in the Yagoona area.

During the stop of a Toyota sedan, police officers discovered not only the phones but also drugs and cash, prompting further investigation into the man’s activities. After being taken to Bankstown Police Station, he faced multiple charges, including drug offences, which complicates the legal situation he is now embroiled in. He has been charged with possessing prohibited drugs and is scheduled to return to Bankstown Local Court in March.

This case has raised concerns about extremist activities within the community, prompting the police to emphasize their ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and related crime. The conditional bail granted to the accused reflects the seriousness of the charges while ensuring he remains under scrutiny as the legal proceedings unfold.