Teenagers’ Plot to Attack Jewish People in Australia
Recently, police documents revealed that four teenagers in Australia planned to buy guns and target Jewish individuals shortly after a bishop was stabbed in a church in Sydney. The teenagers, aged 14 to 17, were charged with various offenses, including conspiring to engage in a terrorist act.
Alleged Extremist Ideology
The police alleged that the teenagers followed a religiously motivated, violent extremist ideology. They were reportedly connected to a network that included a 16-year-old boy charged with stabbing Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel during a church service.
Discussion of Attack Plans
According to reports, two of the defendants discussed buying guns on the same day the bishop’s alleged attacker was charged. The teenagers reportedly used the encrypted messaging app Signal to plan their attack.
Revealed Messages
- A 17-year-old allegedly expressed intentions of wanting to die and kill, stating, “I’m just excited.”
- Another teenager mentioned a preference for escape, attributing the outcome to the predetermination of Allah.
- A 15-year-old expressed a desire to target Jewish people.
Response and Reactions
The New South Wales Police Force could not confirm the accuracy of the reports. The cleric who was stabbed gave his first sermon since the incident, expressing forgiveness towards the attacker.
Family Statements
In an interview, the parents of the accused teenager mentioned his violent tendencies and suspected autism spectrum disorder. They denied his involvement in terrorism but admitted his interest in online content related to extremist figures.
