A man caught with far-right material and explosives had previously searched for Nicola Sturgeon's addresses on the internet.

Darren Steele, 29, was snared at his home in Newton Mearns, East Renfrewshire, on February 2 2023.

Steele had collected a string of Nazi memorabilia including flags, books and weapons emblazoned with Third Reich symbols. He was also found with chemicals which, if mixed together, could form the dangerous substance potassium chlorate.

Steele's internet history included far-right searches, instructions on how to make firearms as well as an inquiry on the former First Minister's homes. The horrific discovery resulted in counter terrorism officers evacuating the local area and putting up a 150-metre cordon.

Steele appeared in the dock today, October 15, at the Hi

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