FBI names sixth suspect in alleged UFC Freedom 250 attack plot in DC

Key Points:

• The FBI has identified two additional suspects, Jordan W. Rincker and William Lee Spartacus Falkner, in the alleged plot to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event in Washington, D.C., bringing the total publicly charged defendants to seven.
• Prosecutors allege Rincker played a logistical role by funding and facilitating the operation, while Falkner was involved in procuring and operating explosive-laden drones intended for the attack.
• The conspiracy planned to use drones to trigger a mass evacuation at the event and direct fleeing crowds toward shooters, with a “second wave” reportedly targeting the White House gate.
• The plotters operated from March through June, acquiring firearms, ammunition, and tactical gear, and communicated via encrypted platforms such as Signal and Telegram; the investigation also examined a potential future attack at a FIFA World Cup match in Missouri.
• The case was partially exposed after a tip from a defendant’s mother led to arrests before the event, with FBI officials continuing to monitor and arrest additional suspects believed to have lesser roles in the conspiracy.