New details emerge on alleged UFC terror plot targeting White House
Authorities have released the mugshots of five men accused in what prosecutors say was a planned terror attack targeting a UFC event near the White House, alleging the group intended to carry out a “mass casualty event” aimed at President Donald Trump and other high-profile officials.
The suspects were arrested this month in a multi-state operation spanning four states, according to investigators. Prosecutors allege the men were preparing a coordinated assault tied to the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House, with plans that included explosive-equipped drones, sniper-style attacks and the use of safe houses to support the operation.
Officials said evidence recovered in the investigation included firearms, ammunition, tactical equipment and screenshots on cellphones showing possible targets.
Among those identified by federal prosecutors is Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez, 31, of Omaha, Nebraska, who authorities described as the alleged leader of the plot.
U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro told Fox News on Wednesday that her office is not involved in prosecuting the matter, despite the alleged target being a White House event.
“We do not have a piece of that case,” Pirro said.
