Teenager arrested in Illinois over planned mass shooting attack

An Illinois teenager faces charges after police foil an alleged mass shooting plot against a temple.

Law enforcement in Illinois arrested a 19-year-old resident for allegedly plotting a mass shooting targeting a Hindu house of worship. The suspect shared a manifesto reflecting white supremacist ideology along with plans for the attack. Investigators also recovered images showing tactical gear and firearms associated with the suspect.

• The suspectAlexandros Paporakis was taken into custody in a Chicago suburb following an investigation into the alleged plot.
• The evidenceAuthorities discovered documents detailing attack plans alongside images of a rifle, body armour, and tactical accessories.

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