FBI arrests woman over alleged plot to bomb New York capitol building
Summary
The FBI arrested Jessica Bowie, a woman from Albany, New York, who allegedly planned to bomb the state capitol building to kill lawmakers. She is charged with supporting the Islamic State terrorist group and was caught with fake bomb materials supplied by undercover agents.Key Facts
- Jessica Bowie, 35, was arrested for planning to bomb the New York state capitol in Albany.
- She pledged allegiance to the Islamic State (IS) and is charged with supporting a foreign terrorist group.
- Bowie had visited the capitol building at least five times to watch and plan her attack.
- FBI agents gave her fake bomb parts and $200 to buy materials like nails, which she wanted to use as shrapnel.
- She planned to hide the bomb in a food delivery bag during the attack.
- Bowie was carrying knives and a written pledge to IS when arrested.
- She frequently used social media to spread anti-American messages and praised the 9/11 terror attacks.
- Bowie said she converted to Islam about five years ago and described a change in her beliefs since 9/11.
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