Summary
Authorities arrested a 26-year-old man in New Jersey for reportedly planning to attack a pro-Palestinian activist's home in New York. He allegedly planned to use destructive devices, known as Molotov cocktails, to carry out the attack. Authorities found eight Molotov cocktails in his residence.
Key Facts
- The suspect is Alexander Heifler, who has no prior criminal record with the NYPD.
- Authorities say Heifler was working alone, not with any foreign groups.
- He was involved in a video call with a group that included an undercover officer where he discussed his plans.
- Heifler allegedly conducted surveillance and obtained the activist's home address.
- Law enforcement found eight Molotov cocktails at Heifler's home.
- Heifler allegedly planned to flee the country after the attack.
- Nerdeen Kiswani, the target, is a pro-Palestinian activist and co-founder of Within Our Lifetime.
- The Jewish Defense League, with which Heifler is allegedly associated, is listed as a violent extremist organization by the FBI.
