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ISIS-linked bomb plot alleged at NYC protest outside Gracie Mansion, two teens accused
crime2 days ago

ISIS-linked bomb plot alleged at NYC protest outside Gracie Mansion, two teens accused

Two teenagers, Emir Balat and Ibrahim Kayumi, are charged in an ISIS-linked bombing attempt during an anti-Islam protest outside Gracie Mansion, with dash-cam footage purportedly showing them discussing casualties and how many people to kill. Prosecutors say they traveled from Pennsylvania to New York, planned to detonate improvised devices, and face multiple counts including conspiracy to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization and use of a weapon of mass destruction; they are due for arraignment on April 15.

Three Arrested in Paris Over Suspected Bomb Plot Near Bank of America HQ
world12 days ago

Three Arrested in Paris Over Suspected Bomb Plot Near Bank of America HQ

Three people were arrested in Paris over a suspected foiled bomb attack near Bank of America's headquarters; an initial suspect was detained at the scene with a device containing five litres of liquid believed to be fuel and an ignition system, and two more suspects were later taken into custody as the anti-terrorism prosecutor's office leads the investigation, with officials noting possible links to Iran's proxies amid rising regional tensions.

FBI Arrests Florida Man in NYSE Bomb Plot
crime1 year ago

FBI Arrests Florida Man in NYSE Bomb Plot

A Florida man, Harun Abdul-Malik Yener, was arrested for allegedly plotting to bomb the New York Stock Exchange, according to FBI documents. The investigation began after a tip about bombmaking materials in his storage unit. Yener, described as "unhoused," allegedly planned to detonate an explosive device outside the NYSE before Thanksgiving, motivated by a desire to "reset" the U.S. government. The FBI found bombmaking sketches and electronic components in his possession, and he reportedly expressed intentions to publicize his actions through media outlets.

FBI Arrests Florida Man in NYSE Bomb Plot
crime1 year ago

FBI Arrests Florida Man in NYSE Bomb Plot

The FBI arrested Harun Abdul-Malik Yener, a 30-year-old from Coral Springs, Florida, for allegedly planning to bomb the New York Stock Exchange. Yener was charged with attempting to use an explosive device to damage a building used in interstate commerce. The investigation began in February after a tip-off about bombmaking schematics in his storage unit. Yener reportedly intended to detonate the bomb the week before Thanksgiving. He is currently detained awaiting trial.

Florida Man Arrested for Alleged NYSE Bomb Plot
crime1 year ago

Florida Man Arrested for Alleged NYSE Bomb Plot

A Florida man, Harun Abdul-Malik Yener, was arrested and charged with planning to bomb the New York Stock Exchange to "reboot" the U.S. government. The FBI began investigating Yener in February after receiving a tip about bomb-making materials in his storage unit. He allegedly intended to detonate the bomb remotely the week before Thanksgiving, aiming to cause significant destruction. Yener has been detained pending trial.

Florida Man Arrested for Alleged NYSE Bomb Plot
crime1 year ago

Florida Man Arrested for Alleged NYSE Bomb Plot

Harun Abdul-Malik Yener, a 30-year-old from Coral Springs, Florida, was arrested by the FBI for allegedly planning to bomb the New York Stock Exchange. The investigation began in February after a tip-off about bombmaking materials in his storage unit. Yener reportedly intended to detonate the bomb before Thanksgiving to "reboot" the U.S. government. He had prepared remote triggers and planned to disguise himself while planting the explosives. Yener is currently detained awaiting trial.

crime1 year ago

Florida Man Arrested for Alleged NYSE Bomb Plot

A Florida man, Harun Abdul-Malik Yener, has been arrested by the FBI for allegedly planning to bomb the New York Stock Exchange in an attempt to "reboot" the U.S. government. Yener, who was found with bomb-making materials and had expressed intentions to detonate the bomb before Thanksgiving, was charged with attempting to use an explosive device to damage a building used in interstate commerce. He had a history of making threats and was linked to extremist groups. Yener is currently detained awaiting trial.

FBI Arrests Florida Man in NY Stock Exchange Bomb Plot
crime1 year ago

FBI Arrests Florida Man in NY Stock Exchange Bomb Plot

The FBI arrested Harun Abdul-Malik Yener, a 30-year-old Florida man, for allegedly plotting to bomb the New York Stock Exchange. Yener was charged with attempting to use an explosive device to damage a building used in interstate commerce. The investigation began in February after a tip about bombmaking materials in a storage unit. Yener reportedly expressed a desire to detonate the bomb before Thanksgiving, aiming to cause a 'reset' of the U.S. government. He is currently detained awaiting trial.

El Salvador Foils Bomb Plot as Bukele Begins Second Term Amid Protests
international-news1 year ago

El Salvador Foils Bomb Plot as Bukele Begins Second Term Amid Protests

El Salvador's authorities claim to have thwarted a bomb plot targeting President Nayib Bukele's inauguration, allegedly orchestrated by former leftist guerillas from the 1980-1992 civil war. Police seized explosives and detained several suspects, including former congressman José Santos Melara. The Block of Popular Resistance and Rebellion condemned Melara's arrest as political persecution. Bukele, who recently won a controversial second term, has faced criticism for his anti-gang measures and actions perceived as threats to democracy.

Georgia Men Indicted for Bombing Woman's Home and Plotting Python Attack
crime2 years ago

Georgia Men Indicted for Bombing Woman's Home and Plotting Python Attack

Two Georgia men have been federally indicted for setting off a bomb at a woman's home and plotting to release a python to "eat" her daughter. The men face charges including stalking, conspiracy to use an explosive to commit a felony, and possession of firearms by a convicted felon. They had also planned to mail dog feces, release a snake, and scalp the victim. If convicted, they could face up to 20 years in prison for the conspiracy charge and an additional 10 years for using an explosive to commit a felony.

New IRA bomb plot disrupted ahead of Biden's Northern Ireland visit.
security3 years ago

New IRA bomb plot disrupted ahead of Biden's Northern Ireland visit.

Police in Northern Ireland reportedly disrupted a bomb plot by members of the New IRA ahead of President Biden's visit this week to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. Members of the New IRA were "looking for parts to make a bomb" in the border city of Derry. Authorities have warned in the lead-up to Biden's visit that political dissidents could be planning violence to disrupt the event. The New IRA, whose members want Northern Ireland to leave the UK and join the Republic of Ireland, claimed responsibility for the shooting of an off-duty senior police officer two months ago in Omagh.