Man charged in SoCal mosque threat had AR-15, ammo stockpile
- Posted on September 4, 2026
- By Los Angeles Times
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In brief
Federal prosecutors have charged a San Diego County resident with making violent threats against a Muslim community in Riverside County. The suspect allegedly sent threatening correspondence to a mosque with intentions to commit mass violence. Authorities discovered he possessed an AR-15 rifle and substantial ammunition reserves during their investigation. This case highlights ongoing concerns regarding hate crimes and domestic threats targeting religious institutions in California.
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Man charged in SoCal mosque threat had AR-15, ammo stockpile
A San Diego County man faces federal criminal charges after federal authorities said he mailed a letter to a Riverside County mosque threatening to commit mass murder of Muslims.
