A Florida man has been arrested for allegedly planning to bomb the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) as part of his attempt to “reboot” the U.S. government. Harun Abdul-Malik Yener, 29, was taken into custody and charged with attempting to use an improvised explosive device (IED) to destroy a building used in interstate or foreign commerce, according to the criminal complaint filed in federal court.
The investigation into Yener began after the FBI received a tip about suspicious activity related to bomb-making materials stored in a unit in Coral Springs, Florida. Following a search warrant, agents discovered bomb-making schematics, timers, circuit boards, and other materials that could be used to construct explosives. The investigation also revealed that Yener had been searching for bomb-making information online since 2017.
BREAKING: The FBI has just arrested “Harun Abdul-Malik Yener”, a 30-year-old radical Islamist living in Florida, for planning to bomb the New York Stock Exchange this week.
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In September, the FBI set up a meeting between Yener and an undercover agent posing as a member of a militia group. During their conversations, Yener allegedly revealed his plans to target the NYSE, with the intended attack set for November 18. He also recorded a message for the media, explaining his reasons for the attack and his desire to create violent change.
In the recording, Yener compared himself to Osama bin Laden and expressed his belief that “our war is with the government.” He allegedly encouraged others to join his cause and issued violent threats against anyone who opposed them. “If you raise your fist, we will cut them off,” Yener allegedly said, further indicating his commitment to violent extremism.
BREAKING: Undercover FBI Foils Terror Plot to Bomb New York Stock Exchange Before Thanksgiving — Florida Man Harun Abdul-Malik Yener Arrested in Explosive Scheme https://t.co/8raMnEKscr pic.twitter.com/fXx2XLWz1m
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The criminal complaint also revealed that Yener had previously been approached by ISIS recruiters in 2015 but declined to join them. His interest in joining groups like the Boogaloo Boys, as well as his desire for martyrdom, further demonstrated his radicalization.
Florida man Harun Abdul-Malik Yener was charged with plotting to bomb the New York Stock Exchange in an attempt to "reboot" the U.S. government, according to the FBI. https://t.co/xvduAnad4L pic.twitter.com/S7n3NhFc7q
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This arrest brings attention to the growing issue of domestic terrorism and the threats posed by individuals radicalized within the United States. The FBI’s investigation into Yener highlights the need for constant vigilance in preventing acts of domestic violence and extremism.
