Eight indicted in thwarted White House attack on UFC event
Eight men face federal charges after a grand jury indictment Thursday accused them of plotting a drone and sniper attack on the UFC Freedom 250 event held at the White House last June, according to ESPN.
The charges stem from what authorities say was a coordinated effort to target the mixed martial arts event, which took place on White House grounds. Details of how the alleged plot was discovered and stopped have not been made public.
What the indictment means for UFC security
The UFC Freedom 250 card went ahead as planned in June without incident. Federal prosecutors have not yet disclosed whether any specific fighters, officials, or attendees were named as targets in the alleged conspiracy.
Court filings identify the defendants but do not specify what charges each individual faces. The case remains under seal pending initial appearances in federal court, with dates yet to be announced.
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