POLICE say officers in Devon and Cornwall are visiting mosques and Islamic centres to offer reassurance in the wake of the Finsbury Park attack in London.

Assistant Chief Constable Russ Middleton said: ‘Although there is no specific intelligence to suggest any threat to our force area, officers will be providing reassurance by visiting mosques, Islamic Centres and other locations.  The threat level remains at severe which means an attack is highly likely.

‘We have good relationships with all of our communities and we are liaising with them to make sure that everyone feels safe and to talk through any concerns.

‘It is more important than ever to stand together as communities and to be united against those who wish to do harm.’

In emergencies call 999, in non-emergencies email [email protected] or call 101. You can also visit the True Vision website: www.report-it.org.uk and the Stop Hate UK website: www.stophateuk.org.uk or call the Stop Hate UK helpline on 0800 138 1625 for information and advice.

ACC Middleton said: ‘In the event of a firearms or weapons attack, advice is simple – run, hide and tell. 

‘I would also urge people to keep alert but not alarmed and if anyone sees anything suspicious relating to terrorism, they can report this to the Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789 321 or 999 in an emergency.

‘Please report any suspicious activity using the Anti-Terrorist Hotline number 0800 789 321 or 999 in an emergency.’