FBI arrests woman over alleged plot to bomb New York capitol building
Prosecutors say the Albany woman had pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group, and wanted to bomb the statehouse to kill lawmakers.
The FBI has arrested Jessica Bowie, a 35-year-old woman from Albany, New York, who allegedly plotted to bomb the state capitol building in Albany. Prosecutors claim that Bowie pledged allegiance to the Islamic State (IS) and provided material support to the terrorist organization. She was charged with supplying a fake bomb and a defective gun, which were supplied by undercover agents.
Bowie reportedly wanted to destroy the building and kill lawmakers, telling agents she wanted to make an impact on the American system. She allegedly conducted multiple reconnaissance missions at the building before the plan. Bowie visited the building at least five times for intelligence gathering. She was also found carrying knives and expressing pro-terrorist sentiments on social media, including praising the 9/11 attacks.
The FBI and New York State Police are investigating Bowie's actions and securing the Capitol building.
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