US teen arrested for alleged plot to attack Illinois Hindu temple
A 19-year-old suspect was arrested in Illinois after a coworker reported receiving messages regarding a planned mass shooting at a Hindu temple. The suspect's plot was reportedly foiled after their firearm jammed, and the Indian government has expressed concern while urging the U.S. to take action.
First reported 5 hours ago · latest update 1 hour ago
India has expressed concern over an alleged plot to carry out a mass shooting targeting a Hindu temple in the Aurora area of Illinois, with Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal calling for a thorough investigation and stronger measures to protect the Indian community in the United States.
"We are deeply concerned by reports of an alleged plot to carry out a mass shooting targeting a Hindu temple in the Aurora area of Illinois. The reported anti-Hindu and racist nature of the alleged plot, including references to violence against people of Indian origin, is particularly disturbing," he said.
"We have taken note of the action taken by US law enforcement authorities, including the arrest and detention of the suspect and the charges brought against him," Jaiswal added. This is a developing story. Please refresh periodically for more updates.
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India “deeply concerned” over alleged mass-shooting plot at Hindu temple in Illinois, urges US action
1 hour ago · Express Web DeskPolice arrest US teen in alleged Illinois Hindu temple mass shooting plot
Coworker alerted police after receiving disturbing messages from 19-year-old suspect.
2 hours agoGun jam foils alleged mass shooting plot at Illinois Hindu temple
Gun jam foils alleged mass shooting plot at Illinois Hindu temple
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