DOJ Arrests Five in Alleged Plot Targeting White House UFC Event

Why it matters locally: An Ohio resident has been identified by the Justice Department as one of the five individuals arrested in connection with an alleged plot targeting a UFC event at the White House.

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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Justice Department announced the arrest of five individuals in connection with an alleged plot to attack a scheduled Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event at the White House this weekend. Authorities apprehended the suspects. An arrest document from the Justice Department identifies one of the individuals as a 19-year-old man from Ohio. This individual stated he had been developing the attack plan. He further indicated his collaboration with a group of extremists. The document characterizes these individuals as holding both ultra-religious and anti-government views. Ali Rogin reported the details.