Police investigating 'online threat' to paratroopers at Colchester Garrison
The Ministry of Defence confirmed an "online threat" was being investigated by Nottinghamshire Police after messages concerning a paratrooper at Colchester Garrison were uncovered.
MailOnline reported that security has been upped at the Essex barracks, where two Parachute Regiments are based.
The newspaper reported that a message had been sent to the soldiers responsible for security at the base, reading: 'Urgent. All, please disseminate to all your people in camp. We have received warning that a man has made threats against members of the Para Regt and wants to carry out a 'Lee Rigby' style attack.
'The SCC [Security Control Centre] and main gate have been informed but ensure no Para Regt/military clothing is worn outside camp and remain vigilant.'
It added that messages specifically named the suspect and included other identifying details.
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed it is aware of an online threat, which it said is being investigated by civilian police.
An army spokesperson at the Ministry of Defence said: "The safety and wellbeing of our personnel is our top priority.
"We are aware of an online threat, which is being investigated by the civilian police.
"Personnel are always advised to remain vigilant and report anything suspicious to the Royal Military Police."
Nottinghamshire Police said it was aware of the investigation and has been contacted for comment.
Fusilier Lee Rigby was killed on the streets of Woolwich, south-east London, in May 2013.
Michael Adebowale and Michael Adebolajo ran the 25-year-old soldier over close to Woolwich Barracks before stabbing him to death in broad daylight.
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