NYC mayor cites Jewish Defense League as extremist group in foiled plot targeting Palestinian activist's home
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NYC mayor cites Jewish Defense League as extremist group in foiled plot targeting Palestinian activist's home
"The suspect, identified as 26-year-old Alexander Heifler of New Jersey, was arrested after authorities say he attempted to construct Molotov cocktails and target the residence of Nerdeen Kiswani, a New York-based activist."
"Heifler was charged by a two-count complaint with one count of unlawful possession of destructive devices and one count of making destructive devices, with a scheduled court appearance in Newark."
"The charges of unlawful possession of destructive devices and making of destructive devices each carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a maximum fine of $10,000."
Alexander Heifler, a 26-year-old from New Jersey, was arrested for allegedly planning to attack activist Nerdeen Kiswani's home with Molotov cocktails. The plot was disrupted by an undercover NYPD detective. Heifler faces charges of unlawful possession and making of destructive devices, each carrying a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have stated there is no current threat to the community. Law enforcement agencies collaborated to prevent this potential attack.
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