Mankato police may have thwarted planned attack

Charges: 'Strong indicators' Mankato shoplifter was 'preparing to conduct some sort of attack' AlphaNews.org

Share This StoryThe Blue Earth County Attorney’s Office has filed felony charges against Mohamed Adan Mohamed after he allegedly stole $2,150 worth of firearm magazines and made a threatening, anti-American post on social media. According to the criminal complaint, Mohamed entered a Mankato store last week wearing a COVID mask, gloves, a green stalking cap, and a heavy winter coat. The 24-year-old reportedly began selecting high-priced items suc…

Mankato police may have thwarted planned attack

MANKATO — A St. Peter man has been charged with felony counts of theft and threats of violence after stealing eight ammunition magazines and other items in possible preparation for a terrorist attack.