Summary
Las Vegas police are investigating an incident where Dawson Maloney drove a car into a power substation, considering it a potential terrorism-related event. Maloney, who was reported missing, was found dead at the scene, and police found extremist materials and weapons in his possession. There was no significant damage to the infrastructure or disruption of services.
Key Facts
- Dawson Maloney rammed a car into a power substation in Boulder City, Nevada.
- Maloney was 23 years old and from Albany, New York. He was found dead at the scene.
- Police say Maloney had sent messages about self-harm and called himself a terrorist to his mother.
- Authorities discovered explosive materials and extremist books in his hotel room.
- Maloney wore body armor and had weapons in his car, including shotguns and flamethrowers.
- Investigators are looking into Maloney's past communications and travel history.
- The substation belongs to the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, but there was no damage affecting power supply.
- Nearby, the Hoover Dam is a significant piece of U.S. infrastructure, underscoring concerns over the incident.
