Mall of America terror plot thwarted, suspected ISIS sympathizer arrested, FBI announces, tell me about this news today
07-10-2026
Federal law enforcement announced the thwarting of a mass-casualty terror plot targeting the Mall of America in Minnesota.
Key details of the case include:
The Suspect: An 18-year-old Minnesota resident named Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud was arrested by the FBI.
The Allegations: According to federal court documents, Mohamud pledged allegiance to ISIS and spent months discussing plans to carry out a mass shooting.
The Target Date: Investigators stated that he targeted October 24 for the attack, specifically aiming to exploit a large crowd gathered for a Hmong Arts Celebration at the shopping center.
The Arrest: The suspect was taken into custody at gunpoint after receiving an AK-47-style rifle, magazines, and ammunition from an undercover FBI employee.
Charges: He faces federal charges relating to the acquisition of firearms and ammunition intended for use in a crime of terrorism.