Man arrested in plot to firebomb Palestinian activist's NYC home
AP News • • general
Key Points:
- Alexander Heifler, a 26-year-old member of the JDL 613 Brotherhood, was arrested for planning to firebomb the home of Palestinian activist Nerdeen Kiswani in New York after a weekslong undercover NYPD operation.
- Heifler was caught assembling Molotov cocktails at his Hoboken, New Jersey home and had discussed the plot with an undercover detective, including plans to flee to Israel after the attack.
- Kiswani, who leads protests against Israel and the Gaza war, expressed relief that the threat was thwarted but emphasized that such dangers are a constant risk for Palestinian advocates.
- Heifler faces charges of making and possessing destructive devices, each carrying up to 10 years in prison, and made his initial court appearance in New Jersey federal court.
- New York City officials condemned the planned attack, highlighting efforts to prevent violent extremism and protect individuals from violence based on their political beliefs.
