Federal authorities have arrested two individuals accused of planning explosive attacks near the New York City mayor's official residence. The suspects face charges of attempting to provide material support to the terrorist organization ISIS.
Federal authorities have taken two individuals into custody on charges of attempting to provide material support to the terrorist organization ISIS, according to law enforcement officials.
The arrests stem from an alleged plot involving explosive devices that were intended to target areas near the official residence of New York City’s mayor. The scheme was reportedly thwarted before any attacks could be carried out.
The suspects are accused of planning the bombing attacks as part of their alleged support for the Islamic State terrorist group. Details about how authorities discovered and prevented the plot have not been released.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about ISIS-inspired domestic terrorism threats across the United States. Federal prosecutors are handling the charges against both defendants.
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