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Everett Man Charged After State House Vandalism and Suspected Incendiary Devices on Boston Common

Authorities used social media forensics with tips from international intelligence agencies to link him to a pro-Palestinian extremist group.

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Overview

  • He faces counts including malicious destruction of property, vandalizing a war memorial, and possession or use of a hoax device.
  • Bomb squad officials determined the two suspicious devices found on Boston Common likely contained gunpowder intended to cause combustion.
  • Police allege he is a member of the Direct-Action Movement for Palestinian Liberation, described in filings as an extreme anti-Zionist group endorsing violent resistance.
  • Investigators traced a social-media post taking credit for the State House vandalism to his IP address and cellphone after receiving tips from New York and Toronto intelligence agencies.
  • He was arraigned in Boston Municipal Court and is held on $30,000 bail, with prosecutors noting potential for federal involvement as the investigation continues.