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The FBI arrested five men accused of planning an attack on a UFC event held at the White House on Sunday. Prosecutors say the group intended to use drones and snipers in a multi-state conspiracy.
theedgemarkets.comThe FBI arrested five men who allegedly planned to attack a UFC event held at the White House on Sunday using explosive-laden drones and snipers, the Department of Justice said Tuesday. Prosecutors alleged the group aimed to strike nearby buildings with drones to create panic and draw crowds toward a sniper team before storming the White House gate.
Court documents described the plot as targeting high-value individuals present at the invite-only event attended by an estimated 4,300 people.
The five suspects were arrested across four states and each charged with conspiracy to commit murder. One suspect was taken into custody in Ohio last week after his mother contacted authorities over concerns about his firearms purchases and online communications.
The men face a maximum penalty of life in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted. One suspect faces additional charges including conspiracy to commit violence on White House grounds.
Court filings said the group discussed grievances about government corruption and other issues while communicating through a TikTok group. They allegedly distributed maps marking sniper locations and drone launch points in Washington. One suspect was identified by prosecutors as responsible for planning and directing the attack while working on drones.
A preliminary hearing is scheduled for June 29. It came after earlier security incidents at White House-related gatherings this year.
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