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Teen charged with terrorism over alleged mass shooting plot at Aurora Hindu temple in Illinois
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Authorities say a 19-year-old Palatine man, Alexandros Paporakis, was arrested and charged with terrorism offenses over an alleged mass shooting plot targeting a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois. According to officials, a jammed rifle and a coworker's call to police may have prevented the attack. Taco Bell workers also reportedly played a role in thwarting the possible mass shooting. The New York Times, Chicago Tribune, NBC 5 Chicago, ABC7 Chicago, and WGN-TV all reported on the arrest and the alleged plot.
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Incident Overview
Authorities say a jammed gun and quick action by Taco Bell coworkers prevented a possible mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois.
Suspect Charged
Alexandros Paporakis, 19, of Palatine, has been charged with terrorism offenses in connection with an alleged mass shooting plot targeting the Aurora Hindu temple.
Key Developments
- Jammed rifle: According to authorities, a jammed rifle prevented what appeared to be a mass murder plot at the worship center in Aurora.
- Coworker's call: A coworker's call to police may have prevented the Palatine man from carrying out the mass shooting, officials say.
- Teen arrested: The teenager was arrested over the alleged plan to attack the Hindu temple.
Sources
- Chicago Tribune
- The New York Times
- NBC 5 Chicago
- ABC7 Chicago
- WGN-TV
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Illinois teen charged in alleged mass shooting plot at Aurora Hindu temple