A man accused of planning a terror attack at a New York City Jewish center was arrested in Canada, officials say.
Pakistani citizen in Canada plotted mass shooting at NYC Jewish center, officials say
Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, a 20-year-old Pakistani citizen living in Canada, was arrested for planning mass shootings at Jewish centers in the U.S. while expressing support for ISIS. A criminal complaint highlights his intention to carry out the attack around Yom Kippur, 2024.
Khan discusses the attack plans with undercover officers
The complaint alleges Khan communicated plans to create an offline cell of ISIS supporters and attempted to organize a coordinated assault on multiple Jewish centers in Brooklyn using AR-style assault rifles. He deemed New York as 'perfect to target Jews' due to its large population.
Details of the arrest
Khan was stopped and arrested by law enforcement near the U.S.-Canada border after traveling towards the U.S. Authorities labeled this case as a crucial example of preventing terrorism, with a commitment to thwarting such plots.
Consequences and legal proceedings
If convicted, Khan faces a maximum of 20 years in prison. His court appearance in Canada is scheduled for September 13, 2024, which is crucial for further legal actions.
