"Preventing Terror: Arrest of 19-Year-Old Man Planning Attack on U.S. Army Site"
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"Preventing Terror: Arrest of 19-Year-Old Man Planning Attack on U.S. Army Site"
[!CDATA[A 19-year-old man was arrested for planning an attack on a U.S. Army site in suburban Detroit on behalf of the Islamic State group. Ammar Said, a recent member of the Michigan Army National Guard, was caught by undercover FBI agents who were tracking his every move. Said was planning a mass shooting at the Army’s Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command in Warren, known as TACOM and the Detroit Arsenal. He was arrested after launching a drone for a final look before the attack. U.S. Attorney Jerome Gorgon Jr. emphasized that supporting terrorist organizations like ISIS is a serious crime that threatens the nation's security. Said intended to send an undercover agent into TACOM with Molotov cocktails and assault-style weapons. He expressed his desire to engage in violent jihad, either overseas or in the U.S., during conversations with the undercover agents. Said appeared in court on charges of attempting to provide material support to a terrorist organization and distributing information related to a destructive device. He agreed to remain in custody without bond. TACOM, the target of the planned attack, is a significant Army installation in Michigan that manages the ground equipment supply chain. The FBI had been investigating Said for about a year after he expressed his desire to engage in violent jihad. A search of his phone revealed references to jihad and images of Islamic State flags. Said's lawyer declined to comment on the case. The arrest of Said highlights the ongoing efforts to prevent terrorist attacks and protect national security. In conclusion, the arrest of Ammar Said underscores the importance of vigilance in preventing terrorist activities. The collaboration between law enforcement agencies and undercover agents played a crucial role in thwarting the planned attack on the U.S. Army site. The case serves as a reminder of the ongoing threat posed by individuals seeking to support terrorist organizations and carry out violent acts.]]