Scots ‘right-wing’ extremist found with Taser jailed for terror offences

Axl Scott was sentenced to 18-months after he pleaded guilty to five contraventions of the Terrorism Act

A Scots man has been jailed after pleading guilty to terrorism charges.

Axl Scott, 22, was sentenced to 18 months in Greenock today, Friday, July 5. The ‘right-wing’ extremist pleaded guilty to five contraventions of the Terrorism Act 2000 and possession of a Taser device in May of this year.

In July 2021, cops were conducting inquiries at an address in Ardentinny, near Dunoon, when Scott’s terrorism-related offences were uncovered.

During a search of the property, officers found extremist material and the Organised Crime and Counter Terrorism Unit (OCCTU), where immediately called in to assist in the probe.

Several items, including documents on how to construct explosive devices, along with a video of a terrorist act were seized by cops. Digital devices containing Telegram conversations of extreme right-wing subjects were recovered along with the Taser.

Detective Superintendent Stephen Clark said: “A team of officers worked consistently to build a clear picture of Scott’s activities and crimes. The evidence uncovered clearly showed his extreme right-wing ideology and terrorist intentions. He now faces the consequences of the serious nature of his crimes.

“These types of crimes can cause concern in our local communities and while they are rare, they do remind us of the need to be vigilant. If you see or hear something suspicious or think that someone may be involved in terrorism activity, please act by reporting it to Police Scotland through 101. In an emergency dial 999. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”

Daily Record