FBI says it stopped teen's planned attack on Mall of America
Authorities say the FBI foiled a teenager's planned attack on the Mall of America after watching him for nearly two years and supplying the assault rifle he meant to use.
The FBI says it stopped a teenager from carrying out a terror attack on the Mall of America in Minnesota. Authorities announced the case on Wednesday, according to PBS NewsHour.
PBS NewsHour reports that agents monitored the teen for nearly two years. It says they ultimately supplied him with the assault rifle he planned to use.
CBS News reports the teen is accused of plotting an attack inspired by ISIS. CBS describes the allegations as the FBI's claims.
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- PBS NewsHourFBI says it stopped a Mall of America terror attack by a teen after agents sold him an assault rifleWed, Oct 7, 4:56 PM EDT
- CBS NewsFBI claims teen plotted massive attack at Mall of AmericaThu, Oct 8, 10:37 AM EDT
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