# FBI Arrests Man for Mall of America Terror Plot

> FBI arrests man who planned mall terrorist attack.
- Title: FBI Arrests Man for Mall of America Terror Plot | Shortify
- Summary: 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…
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- Source: Straight Arrow — https://san.com/cc/fbi-says-it-arrested-a-man-who-planned-terrorist-attack-at-the-mall-of-america
- Published: 2026-10-07T18:49:20+00:00
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## 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."
## Key takeaway

FBI arrested Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud for planning a mass shooting at the Mall of America in support of ISIS.