A 19-year-old Palatine man, Alexandros Paporakis, has been charged with terrorism offenses following an alleged mass shooting plot targeting a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois. Reports indicate that a jammed gun and the actions of Taco Bell workers were instrumental in preventing the potential attack.
An Illinois congressman was reportedly present at the Hindu temple during the attempted shooting. Following news of the foiled plot, U.S. lawmakers have publicly expressed their outrage over the incident.
Paporakis faces charges related to the alleged plan to attack the Aurora Hindu temple. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.
