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Houston Man Indicted for ISIS Support and Attempted Terror Attack
The FBI arrested Anas Said in Houston, Texas, for allegedly plotting a terrorist attack and supporting ISIS. His attorney disputes the severity of the charges.
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- What evidence links Said to ISIS?
- The FBI's investigation revealed Said's creation and dissemination of ISIS recruitment propaganda since 2017, including multiple social media accounts promoting the terrorist group. He had previously expressed intentions to join ISIS in Lebanon.
- What were some of Said's alleged targets?
- Said's targets of interest included a military recruitment center near his workplace and the Israeli consulate in Houston. He allegedly researched their security measures and expressed a desire to kill those who supported Israel or fought against Muslims.
- What are the main charges against Anas Said?
- Anas Said, a 28-year-old Houston resident, was arrested for allegedly plotting a 9/11-style attack and providing material support to ISIS. The FBI claims they thwarted a potential terrorist attack.
- What is the defense's argument in this case?
- Said's attorney, Baldemar Zuniga, argues that his client lacks the capacity to carry out a terrorist attack, focusing instead on the propaganda charges. Zuniga emphasizes the lack of evidence for planning or acts of terrorism in the indictment.
- What is the current status of the case and potential consequences for Said?
- Said has pleaded not guilty to the charges and is currently detained pending trial, expected to begin in February 2025. If convicted, he faces up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.