Anjem Choudary, a 57-year-old radical British preacher, was found guilty by a London jury of directing a terrorist group, being a member of the banned organization al-Muhajiroun (ALM), and promoting support for the group.

Choudary took over the leadership of ALM in 2014, directing the organization and encouraging support through online meetings of the New York-based Islamic Thinkers Society.

NYPD Deputy Commissioner Rebecca Weiner labeled Choudary a 'shameless, prolific radicalizer,' emphasizing the historic significance of his conviction.

Choudary and his follower, Khaled Hussein, were arrested in 2023, leading to convictions for terrorism-related charges after a plan for Hussein to visit Choudary in London.

Extensive evidence, including audio recordings and documents, linked Choudary to Al-Muhajiroun and related groups, demonstrating his efforts to radicalize individuals and support terrorist activities.

Choudary resumed radicalizing individuals after a previous jail sentence, which ultimately led to his recent conviction for directing a terrorist organization.

Evidence revealed that Choudary's follower, Khaled Hussein, acted as his personal assistant, facilitating online lectures and editing extremist content.

Metropolitan Police Cmdr. Dominic Murphy highlighted the global impact of ALM on public safety, with individuals influenced by Choudary committing terrorist acts or traveling for terrorist purposes.

Choudary's radicalizing impact led individuals to commit terrorist acts or travel for terrorist purposes, as stated by Cmdr Dominic Murphy of the Metropolitan Police.

Choudary's continued involvement in supporting terrorism and radicalizing others was a focal point during the court proceedings.

Choudary faces a lengthy prison sentence due to the significant impact of ALM on public safety and security.