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Mexican National Protected by DACA Accused of Leading Foiled White House UFC Attack Plot
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Mexican National Protected by DACA Accused of Leading Foiled White House UFC Attack Plot

From Times of India · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Under investigation
  • Abraham Alvarez, a Mexican national who entered the U.S. as a child and received DACA protection, is accused of leading a foiled drone attack plot against a White House UFC event.
  • Alvarez allegedly coordinated co-conspirators to use explosive-laden drones and snipers against attendees of the UFC Freedom 250 event.
  • Five individuals have been arrested, and federal investigators are examining links to 23 others, with potential life sentences for those convicted of conspiracy to commit murder.

Authorities have identified Abraham Alvarez, a Mexican national who entered the U.S. as a child and later received protection under the Obama-era DACA program, as the alleged ringleader of a plot to attack a UFC event at the White House. The 31-year-old was arrested in Nebraska, where investigators claim he established a base in a former church to serve as a safe zone for the conspiracy.

From his home here in Nebraska, Alvarez allegedly directed and recruited others across the country to conduct a horrific attack against government officials in a mass casualty event.

— Eugene KowelSpecial Agent in Charge of the FBI Omaha field office, describing Alvarez's alleged role in the conspiracy.

Alvarez is accused of playing a central role in organizing the planned assault on the UFC Freedom 250 event, which was attended by President Donald Trump and thousands of spectators. According to the Department of Homeland Security, he coordinated a group of co-conspirators tasked with launching explosive-laden drones into the crowd. The plan also involved using snipers to target individuals attempting to flee the ensuing chaos.

The attack was thwarted before it could be executed. Alvarez was among five individuals arrested across Nebraska, Ohio, Missouri, and California in connection with the alleged conspiracy. Special Agent in Charge Eugene Kowel of the FBI Omaha field office stated that Alvarez allegedly directed and recruited others nationwide to carry out a "horrific attack against government officials in a mass casualty event."

This illegal alien from Mexico should never have been allowed in our country. He was the ringleader of a failed terror attack targeting UFC Freedom 250 at the White House.

— Lauren BisDHS acting assistant secretary, commenting on Alvarez's immigration status and alleged involvement.

Federal investigators are also looking into the potential involvement of 23 other individuals linked to the plot. Homeland Security officials highlighted Alvarez's immigration history, with acting assistant secretary Lauren Bis stating, "This illegal alien from Mexico should never have been allowed in our country." The defendants face serious federal charges, including conspiracy to commit murder, which could result in life sentences if convicted. Authorities have not yet disclosed further details regarding the group's organization or Alvarez's background.

He will face justice and swiftly be removed from our country.

— Lauren BisDHS acting assistant secretary, commenting on the expected outcome for Alvarez.
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Originally published by Times of India in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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