A man who allegedly made pro-Islamic State (IS) remarks planned to open fire in a New York City walkabout before being intercepted by local law enforcement, the official said. US Department of Justice (DOJ).
According to the DOJ, Ridon Kola mentioned that he intended to “crucify New York police officers and their bosses” during the festivities surrounding St. Patrick’s Day on Friday evening, as reported by FoxNews.
He also expressed hatred towards the mayor of the metropolis, also saying that he wanted to kill him.
The 32-year-old was arrested and charged with threatening via social media. These are comments he would have made over a period of several months.
“After being questioned by law enforcement authorities, Mr. Kola’s behavior escalated, and he reiterated his promise that he would proceed with the actions he spoke of,” said federal prosecutor Damian Williams. , in a press release.
Images were even issued, showing text messages sent by Ridon Kola directly to the police explaining how he intended to go about it. The messages were sent on March 9.
“It will be a horror scene,” he hinted in one.
The man was expected at the courthouse to appear during the day on Friday.
