RAF Lakenheath took action shortly before 8am on Tuesday, resulting in speculation on social media.

A spokesman for the airbase, which is home to the 48th Fighter Wing, said: "An individual attempted to enter RAF Lakenheath at Gate 2 without proper identification.

"The gate barriers were deployed and security forces personnel worked quickly to stop the vehicle from entering the installation."

The spokesman further confirmed a person was taken into custody by the Ministry of Defence police.

"The security of our personnel, families, and the surrounding community remains our top priority," they added.

READ MORE: Seven charged after protest outside RAF Lakenheath base

The base has been a talking point in recent weeks after 13 people were arrested following a week-long protest organised by Lakenheath Alliance for Peace.

A total of 13 arrests were made in connection with the protest.

Seven individuals have since been charged, five granted police bail, and one person released under investigation.

Those charged include Virginia Herbert, 78, of Cholsey, Wallingford, and Marie Walsh, 69, of Warner Crescent, Didcot, Eris H’Aitch, 51, of Shipden Avenue, Cromer; Mohammed Patel, 76, of Linnyshaw Close, Bolton; David Thorpe, 60, of Barnbrook Road, Sarisbury Green, Southampton; and Ammaarah Sidat, 24, of Alexandra Close, Clayton le Moors, Accrington.

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