Sources have confirmed that three suspects arrested in connection with last week's San Diego mosque attack were financed through a hidden network of British bank accounts. Uncovered documents from a leaked intelligence report obtained by this newsroom reveal transactions routed through HSBC, Barclays, and Lloyds, totalling nearly £2 million over the past 18 months. The funds, flagged by US counter-terrorism officials after the attack, originated from a web of shell companies registered in London and Dubai.
One suspect’s bank statements show a transfer of £450,000 from a Barclays account held by a UK-registered charity called “Al-Noor Relief,” which has since been dissolved. Investigators now believe the charity was a front for channeling money to extremist groups. A source close to the inquiry stated: “The banks failed to report suspicious activity despite clear red flags.
This is a catastrophic failure of the UK’s anti-money laundering regime.” The attack, which killed four worshippers and wounded nine others, has reignited scrutiny of British financial institutions and their role in funding global terror. HSBC declined to comment, citing ongoing investigations.
Barclays issued a statement saying they “cooperate fully with authorities,” while Lloyds said they “cannot discuss individual cases.” But insiders say the banks knew about the transactions months ago. “They turned a blind eye,” the source added.
“Now blood is on their hands.” The suspects, all US citizens of Somali descent, are due in court next week. Extradition requests for several UK-based financiers are expected.
