Ammar Abdulmajid-Mohamed Said, 19, of Melvindale, Michigan, was arrested Wednesday on federal charges related to an alleged plot to commit a mass shooting at a military base. According to authorities, Said planned the attack in support of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).
The FBI became aware of Said's activities through online communications where he allegedly expressed his desire to carry out an attack. Court documents reveal that Said allegedly discussed acquiring weapons and identifying a suitable military target. He reportedly expressed admiration for ISIS and its violent ideology.
Said is charged with attempting to provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization. If convicted, he faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine if Said had any accomplices or further plans. The arrest highlights the continued threat of domestic terrorism and the importance of vigilance in identifying and disrupting potential attacks.
Michigan Man Arrested for Alleged ISIS-Inspired Military Base Plot
A 19-year-old man from Melvindale, Michigan, is facing federal charges after allegedly planning a mass shooting at a military base in the name of ISIS. Ammar Abdulmajid-Mohamed Said was taken into custody on Wednesday. Investigators say he expressed a desire to commit violence in support of the terrorist organization. The FBI is continuing its investigation into the alleged plot.
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