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Police have arrested a couple on suspicion of plotting a terror attack at London Pride.

The duo were held by cops on suspicion of planning terror activity at the celebrations in the capital.

They were arrested after counter terrorism officers swooped on an address on Wednesday, July 4.

Police have confirmed a man, aged 28, and a woman, aged 25, were arrested by officers.

The Sun reports both suspects were held in Luton, Bedfordshire.

They were arrested after a intelligence-led joint investigation by the Met’s SO15 anti-terror branch and MI5, it has been claimed.

It's alleged they were planning a crude strike with a car and knives at the mass rally.

A source told the publication: "They were taken out at an early stage of suspected plans to hit the Pride march."

A Metropolitan Police spokeswoman confirmed: "The 28-year-old man and 25-year-old woman were arrested following a vehicle stop in Luton on Wednesday, 3 July, as part of an investigation by the Met's Counter Terrorism Command.

"Both were arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences under section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 and taken to a London police station they both remain in police custody.

"A warrant of further detention has been granted until Wednesday 10 July.

"As part of the investigation, officers carried out searches at a residential address and a commercial premises in Luton.

"These searches are now complete.

"Enquiries continue."

The spokeswoman added: "A comprehensive policing plan is in place for the Pride festival in London and our message to the public is to continue with your plans as normal.

"As with any major public event, we would ask the public to remain alert, but not alarmed, and if they see anything suspicious to ACT and report it to police or stewards at the event.



"Alternatively, you can call the Anti-Terrorist Hotline in confidence on 0800 789 321. In an emergency, always dial 999."