TERROR PLOT CHARGES DROPPED: NEW ACCUSATIONS ROCK MP TARGETING CASE
The man accused of plotting to kill Newcastle MP Tim Crakanthorp has had terrorism charges sensationally dropped, but the drama is far from over. Jordan Patten, 20, remains behind bars, now facing a slew of fresh accusations that could land him in prison for life.
Patten was arrested on June 26 near Newcastle Museum, decked out in a commando suit and armed to the teeth with a hammer and knives. Cops say he planned to storm Crakanthorp’s office and commit a brutal attack. His arrest came just blocks away after staff at the museum turned him away.
Adding to the chilling allegations, Patten allegedly carried a 205-page manifesto filled with violent extremist rants and fury over modern society. Authorities claim he even used online services to store the shocking material.
In court on December 18, Magistrate Cheetham dismissed the original charge of planning a terrorist act, which could have seen Patten locked up for life. But prosecutors weren’t letting him off the hook that easily.
Now, Patten faces three certified charges:
- Attempting to Commit an Offence: This replaces the terrorism charge and still carries a life sentence.
- Possessing Violent Extremist Material: Cops say Patten used online tools to spread and keep dangerous propaganda.
- Possessing an Offensive Weapon: Linked to the hammer and knives he carried on the day of his arrest.
Patten will appear in court again on February 12, 2025, via video link. Bail? Denied. The judge made it clear he’s staying locked up for the safety of the community.
Meanwhile, an apprehended violence order (AVO) protecting MP Tim Crakanthorp remains in place, banning Patten from any contact with the politician.
This isn’t just a crime story—it’s a case riddled with dark twists. Earlier court hearings hinted at mental health concerns, and questions linger over what drove Patten to such extremes.
With his manifesto, weapons, and disturbing allegations, Patten’s story is one of the most shocking cases to hit Newcastle in years. And as the February hearing approaches, all eyes will be on the courtroom to see what happens next.