MARTYN GILLEARD FROM GOOLE: NEONAZI TERRORIST PLANNING RACE WAR IN EAST YORKSHIRE

In a case that has sent shockwaves through East Yorkshire, particularly the town of Goole, Martyn Gilleard, a man with extremist views and a disturbing history, has been convicted of multiple serious offences related to terrorism, child exploitation, and possession of illegal weapons. His arrest and subsequent trial revealed a disturbing pattern of violent intent and deeply rooted racial hatred.

Gilleard, aged 31 at the time of his arrest, was found to be harboring a dangerous arsenal in his flat in Goole. Police initially entered his residence while investigating reports of child pornography, but what they uncovered was far more alarming. Under his bed, officers discovered four nail bombs, alongside a collection of weapons including bullets, swords, and knives. The presence of these explosive devices, coupled with manuals on bomb-making and instructions for assassinations, painted a clear picture of a man prepared to commit acts of terror.

During the police search, a notebook containing a recorded speech was found, in which Gilleard openly discussed violent actions such as killing Muslims, blowing up mosques, and fighting back against perceived enemies. The authorities also uncovered a disturbing collection of 39,000 indecent images on his computers, confirming his involvement in child exploitation. Gilleard’s ideological leanings were evident through his admiration for Adolf Hitler and his active promotion of white supremacist ideals. He was associated with extremist groups such as the British People’s Party and the National Front, which advocate for racist and fascist ideologies.

Legal proceedings at Leeds Crown Court revealed the extent of Gilleard’s dangerousness. The judge, Millford, sentenced him to 16 years in prison for his terror-related offences, which included two counts of planning terrorist acts and possession of indecent images. Gilleard had also pleaded guilty to possessing 39,000 indecent images and owning ammunition without a license. Additionally, he admitted to possessing ten cartridges of ammunition without a firearms certificate and possessing homemade explosive devices.

Detective Chief Superintendent John Parkinson, who leads the counter-terrorism unit in Leeds, publicly condemned Gilleard’s actions. He described him as an extremely dangerous individual who considered himself a British nationalist but was, in reality, a terrorist willing to use violence to divide communities. Parkinson emphasized that Gilleard had access to weapons and explosives, including small hand-held bombs, which could have been used to carry out devastating attacks. The police found literature at his home that revealed his anti-Semitic views, racial and cultural intolerance, and hatred for religion. This material also demonstrated his willingness to threaten and intimidate to further his extremist cause.

Gilleard’s criminal record also includes a guilty plea to ten counts of possessing child pornography, which he claimed was motivated by boredom and an innocent interest in weapons, denying any intent to harm. The prosecution argued convincingly that Gilleard was actively preparing for terrorist acts, citing his copying of sections from the Anarchist’s Cookbook, which contains instructions for making various bombs and explosive devices. His flat was decorated with Nazi posters and fascist memorabilia, further illustrating his extremist sympathies. Detectives also discovered a blueprint for forming an extremist group with a 'mobile strike force,' indicating plans for organized violence.

Following his conviction, Gilleard was released in May 2014 and was reported to be living in a hostel somewhere in South Yorkshire, specifically in Goole. His case remains a stark reminder of the threat posed by individuals with radicalized views and the importance of vigilant law enforcement in preventing potential acts of terror.