Overview

• The FBI, the U.S. Attorney’s Office and DuPage County agencies arrested the teen July 18–19 after a joint investigation prevented any violence.
• Court documents allege he entered the Islamic Education Center on July 4 and recorded worship services to plan the timing and placement of an explosive device.
• Authorities say he acquired a concealable handgun on July 12 and is charged with a Class 4 felony for illegal firearm possession.
• He faces a Class 1 felony for attempted terrorism and will appear in court again on August 4.
• Robert Berlin, DuPage County’s state’s attorney, warned that even unsuccessful terror attempts aim to sow fear and undermine public safety.