Sentence
Walid Saadaoui
Walid Saadaoui (aged 38) was sentenced at Preston Crown Court on 13 February 2026 to 37 Years - Life for Engaging in conduct in preparation for acts of terrorism. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Preston Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 13 February 2026
- Sentence
- 37 Years - Life
- Judge
- Mr Justice Wall
- Convicted on
- Conviction After Trial
The offence
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Engaging in conduct in preparation for acts of terrorism | Custodial immediate, Life |
What the court heard
He was found guilty of preparing acts of terrorism in Manchester, Greater Manchester, between 13 December 2023 and 9 May 2024. SENTENCING REMARKS
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Hostility towards a minority group / Racially / Religiously aggravated