The FBI has arrested a Michigan teen on suspicion of planning a mass shooting.
Seann Pietila, 19, is accused of planning to commit a mass shooting at a synagogue, according to federal authorities.
FBI agents were in regular contact with Pietila online, where they claim he expressed interest in perpetuating a mass shooting at a Jewish temple before killing himself.
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A note found on the iPhone of Seann Patrick Pietila appears to specify the time, place and logistics of a planned mass shooting, according to the FBI. (FBI)
Federal authorities raided Pietila’s house and found an extensive collection of weapons and ammunition.
“During the execution of the search warrant, investigators located the following items of evidence: .40 caliber pistol ammunition, .22 caliber ammunition, 12 gauge shotgun ammunition, a 12-gauge shotgun, a .22 caliber rifle, a Sig Sauer .40 caliber pistol (serial # 24B049058), .223 rifle magazines, an Apple iPhone 11, various knives and bladed instruments, scopes and firearms accessories, a camouflage tactical vest, a black tactical vest, black skull masks, a red and white Nazi flag, a ghillie suit, gas masks, and military sniper/survival manuals,” an FBI report states.
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