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FBI Arrests Man for Mall of America Terror Plot
FBI arrests man who planned mall terrorist attack.
In brief
FBI arrests man who planned mall terrorist attack. FBI arrested Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud for planning a mass shooting at the Mall of America in support of ISIS. Originally reported by Straight Arrow.
FBI charges man for mall attack
Federal authorities in Minnesota charged a man in connection with a terrorist plot after they said he planned a mass shooting at the Mall of America.
Mohamud planned attack for later this month
According to a federal complaint, FBI investigators said Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud planned to attack the mall and said he had admired other terrorist attacks, including the 2025 New Year's attack in New Orleans.
Mohamud charged with mass casualty event
Authorities arrested Mohamud Tuesday and charged him with planning a mass casualty event.
Mohamud obtained AK-47 with ammo
The federal complaint also said Mohamud obtained an AK-47 with about 200 rounds of ammunition.
U.S. Attorney says Mohamud intended to kill 30-60 people
U.S. Attorney for Minnesota Dan Rosen said Mohamud had said he intended to kill "maybe 30 to 60 people."
Rosen calls arrest example of law enforcement protection
During a press conference, Rosen said the arrest was an example of multiple law enforcement agencies "standing up to their calling to protect us."
The takeaway
FBI arrested Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud for planning a mass shooting at the Mall of America in support of ISIS.
