Man Charged with Plotting Terrorist Acts Against Nigel Farage

A 28-year-old man has been charged with preparing terrorist acts, including against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.

October 2, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Rotherham, South Yorkshire — A 28-year-old man has been formally charged with engaging in conduct that constitutes preparation for acts of terrorism, including targeting Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.

The accused, identified as Joshua Kerry from Byrley Road in Rotherham, was initially arrested on Monday and later re-arrested on suspicion of planning or instigating terrorist activities. Authorities have confirmed the charges following an investigation into online threats.

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Kerry is also linked to a separate case involving the alleged murder of Ann Widdecombe, though the connection between the two matters remains under scrutiny. British police have emphasized that the individual’s actions on social media, which included threatening to shoot Farage, were central to the charges brought against him.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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