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U.S. Says New Year’s Eve Bomb Plot in Los Angeles Foiled After Five Arrests

Prosecutors say a federal case is advancing after a multi‑state FBI investigation.

Overview

  • Four suspects were taken into custody in Lucerne Valley where agents say they tested improvised explosive devices.
  • A fifth person was arrested in New Orleans in an operation tied to the same alleged plot.
  • Officials say targets included five locations in Los Angeles, with plans also referencing nearby Orange County, plus ICE officers and vehicles.
  • The suspects allegedly identified as the Turtle Island Liberation Front and posted pro‑Palestinian, anti‑imperialist messages on social media.
  • The Justice Department says criminal charges, including conspiracy and possession of explosive devices, will be detailed as forensic review continues.