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Authorities: Man Wanted to Buy Fireworks to Use Against Police, Politicians at LA Riots
- The Department of Justice charged 48-year-old Grzegorz Vandenberg on June 12 with transporting explosives to use against police during Los Angeles anti-ICE riots.
- Vandenberg allegedly purchased six mortars and 36 fireworks at a New Mexico travel center, claiming special forces training and intent to kill law enforcement.
- A store employee recorded Vandenberg's license plate, aiding the FBI and several agencies in investigating and halting his plan before reaching Los Angeles.
- FBI Director Kash Patel affirmed that anyone who targets law enforcement personnel will be relentlessly pursued by the FBI and held accountable through the justice system.
- Vandenberg could receive a sentence of up to a decade in federal prison if convicted, will remain detained until his trial, and his case highlights the federal government's firm approach to prosecuting violent acts at demonstrations.
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Texas man charged in plot to attack officers with explosives at LA riots
The Department of Justice charged a Texas man on Wednesday with purchasing and transporting explosives with the intent to attack police officers in Los Angeles during the anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement riots last week. Grzegorz Vandenberg, 48, allegedly asked store…
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Texas man charged with planning to use fireworks against officers during LA protests
A Texas man has been charged with buying fireworks that he allegedly planned to use against law enforcement officers and government officials during recent immigration protests in California.
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