FBI Stops ISIS-Driven Terrorist Attack Planned by Oklahoma City Man for Election Day
A chilling Election Day attack was narrowly avoided as the FBI foiled an Oklahoma City man’s deadly ISIS-inspired plot. 🌐 #News #OklahomaCity #Oklahoma #Crime
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – An Election Day terrorist attack aimed at disrupting U.S. democracy was thwarted by federal authorities, with an Afghan citizen living in Oklahoma City now facing serious charges. The U.S. Department of Justice announced on Tuesday that 27-year-old Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi had been planning a violent assault on American soil in support of ISIS.
Tawhedi allegedly obtained firearms and ammunition as part of his plot to conduct a deadly attack on Election Day. He has been charged with conspiring and attempting to provide material support to ISIS, along with receiving a firearm intended to commit terrorism.
A Plan to Bring Violence to U.S. Soil
The FBI uncovered Tawhedi’s plot through an extensive investigation, revealing his alleged connections to ISIS. FBI Director Christopher Wray praised the efforts of his team, saying, “This defendant, motivated by ISIS, allegedly conspired to commit a violent attack, on Election Day, here on our homeland. I am proud of the men and women of the FBI who uncovered and stopped the plot before anyone was harmed. Terrorism is still the FBI’s number one priority, and we will use every resource to protect the American people.”
Court documents show that Tawhedi had been in contact with an individual tied to ISIS, who was involved in recruiting and training people interested in terrorism. He also participated in pro-ISIS Telegram groups, stored propaganda on his iCloud and Google accounts, and donated to a charity known for funding the terrorist group.
Preparation for Violence
As Tawhedi prepared for his Election Day attack, he began liquidating his assets and moving family members overseas. Using Facebook, Tawhedi and a juvenile co-conspirator listed family belongings for sale. One item caught the attention of an FBI source posing as a buyer: a computer.
When the source expressed interest in purchasing the computer, he mentioned using it for a new gun business, sparking further interest from Tawhedi. They arranged a meeting in rural Oklahoma, where Tawhedi allegedly showed enthusiasm for buying two AK-47 assault rifles, along with magazines and ammunition.
The Arrest: A Plot Foiled
On October 7, FBI sources and agents met with Tawhedi and his juvenile accomplice in a secluded area of Oklahoma. There, Tawhedi allegedly bought two AK-47 rifles, ten magazines, and 500 rounds of ammunition. Soon after, both suspects were arrested.
Attorney General Merrick Garland stressed the importance of stopping the attack, saying, “As charged, the Justice Department foiled the defendant’s plot to acquire semi-automatic weapons and commit a violent attack in the name of ISIS on U.S. soil on Election Day. We will continue to combat the ongoing threat that ISIS and its supporters pose to America’s national security, and we will identify, investigate, and prosecute the individuals who seek to terrorize the American people.”
Facing Serious Consequences
Tawhedi now faces the possibility of decades behind bars if convicted. He could receive up to 20 years in federal prison for attempting to provide material support to ISIS, as well as an additional 15 years for receiving firearms intended for a terrorist act. The charges are a stark reminder of the ongoing threat posed by extremist groups, even within U.S. borders.
As Election Day approaches, federal authorities remain vigilant, working to ensure the safety of the public and the integrity of the election process.
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