Plymouth shooting news – Jake Davison massacre may be deemed TERROR attack after his woman-hating incel YouTube rants
THE gun massacre in Plymouth last week could be declared a TERROR ATTACK over the gunman's warped, women-hating views, it is claimed.
Jake Davison, 22, regularly posted misogyny-filled videos on his YouTube page and had ties to the warped online world of incels - a global collective of twisted men who identify as 'involuntary celebrates'.
These individuals routinely express violent hatred of women for not wanting to have sex with them and have regularly praise mass murders and other violent incidents - usually against women - involving incels.
Now, , officers from the South West Counter Terrorism Intelligence Unit will look at Davison's phone, computer and online postings to asses what extent being an 'incel' played in the massacre.
If being an incel is deemed to be a motive for the massacre, which left five innocent people dead, including a three-year-old girl - then the incident will fall into counter-terror policing and be formally declared a terror attack.
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AMBULANCES ON SCENE
South Western Ambulance spokesman said: "We were called at 18:12 to an ongoing incident in Plymouth.
"We responded to the incident with a significant number of resources, including Hazardous Area Response Teams (HART), multiple ambulances, air ambulances, multiple doctors and senior paramedics."
Devon and Cornwall Police has been contacted for more information.
'SERIOUS INCIDENT'
Johnny Mercer MP added: "I am aware of a serious and tragic incident unfolding in Plymouth.
"The incident is not terror related, and neither is the suspect on the run in Plymouth. Remain calm.
"It is for the Police to confirm further details. Do not repost chatter or gossip; work with them. We have the best cops in the land."
MP'S HAVE SAID IT IS 'VERY SERIOUS'
Local MPs have described the situation s "very serious", adding that it is a "grim day" for their community.
Luke Pollard MP said: "There looks to be a very serious situation happening in Keyham. Please can everyone stay safe, stay indoors and follow police advice.
"Awaiting confirmation of number of victims but this looks like a very grim day for our city and our community.
"Please can I ask that you think of the families and our community and not share any images or videos of any of the victims."
HEAVY POLICE PRESENCE
Armed cops and at least four air ambulances flooded the Keyham suburb after locals said they heard "gunshots" shortly after 6pm.
Police dogs are also on scene searching the area within the cordon.
LOCALS REPORTED SHOOTING
Dozens of locals have reported a "shooting" online, with footage circulating online appearing to show a bloodied victim on the ground surrounded by armed police.
In one video posted to social media an armed officer can be heard telling members of the public to "walk away" from the scene.
NOT BELIEVED TO BE TERROR RELATED
It is understood that there have been "multiple" fatalities, but it is not believed to be terror related at this time.
SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE AT SCENE
South Western Ambulance Service have confirmed that they have attended the scene and will be giving updates on the situation.
Residents reportedly heard "gun shots" and "loud bangs" before the emergency services were on scene.
SHOOTING REPORTED IN PLYMOUTH
"MULTIPLE fatalities" have been reported after a major incident in Plymouth tonight - as an MP warned of a "grim day for our city".
Armed cops and at least four air ambulances flooded the Keyham suburb after locals said they heard "gunshots" shortly after 6pm.
'GRIM DAY'
Local MPs have described the situation s "very serious", adding that it is a "grim day" for their community.
Luke Pollard MP said: "There looks to be a very serious situation happening in Keyham. Please can everyone stay safe, stay indoors and follow police advice.
"Awaiting confirmation of number of victims but this looks like a very grim day for our city and our community.
"Please can I ask that you think of the families and our community and not share any images or videos of any of the victims."
BLOODIED VICTIM
Dozens of locals have reported a "shooting" online, with footage circulating online appearing to show a bloodied victim on the ground surrounded by armed police.
In one video posted to social media an armed officer can be heard telling members of the public to "walk away" from the scene.
Police dogs are also on scene searching the area within the cordon.