Russia detains teenager after US warning of Moscow attack plot

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Nov, 05:32 · Archive

Russian authorities detained a teenager suspected of planning an attack at a Moscow museum after a US intelligence tip-off.

Russian authorities have detained a teenager suspected of planning an attack at Tsaritsyno Museum Reserve, a 405-hectare palace and museum complex in southern Moscow, following a warning from United States law enforcement. The US Embassy in Moscow issued a security alert on Saturday warning of a 'credible threat of a mass casualty event' at the site and urged people to avoid the area. The museum subsequently closed temporarily and security was strengthened in the surrounding area.

The FSB said the suspect, a Russian citizen whose identity has not been disclosed, posted photographs on TikTok wearing a balaclava and tactical clothing whilst holding what appeared to be an automatic weapon. The teenager also posted photos taken at the museum with the caption 'I found a place'. Following the detention, a search of the suspect's home uncovered the clothing and accessories visible in the photos.

According to the FSB, examination of the suspect's electronic devices found searches related to terrorist attacks and mass killings, as well as a subscription to a neo-Nazi Telegram channel. The FSB said it was 'grateful to the American side for providing the information'. Russia's Investigative Committee is now considering what legal action to take against the suspect. The US has previously warned Russia about potential attacks, including in March 2024, weeks before a concert hall attack that killed more than 140 people.

How it is being reported

• Russia detains teen following U.S. tip about possible terrorist attackRussian authorities announced the detention of a teenager following a tip from U.S. law enforcement concerning a threat targeting a Moscow museum.UPI · 2 Nov, 05:17
• Russia detains minor over alleged Moscow attack plot after US warningRussian authorities say a US tip-off helped them identify teenager suspected of planning attack at a Moscow park.Al Jazeera · 1 Nov, 16:24

In this story: Russia · Tsaritsyno Museum Reserve · Moscow · United States · FSB · TikTok

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