Expanding FBI Probe Nets Two More in Alleged Terror Plot
Federal authorities in the United States have charged two additional young men as part of a major investigation into an alleged terrorism-style attack that was reportedly planned for suburban Detroit around Halloween. The charges against Tomas Jimenez-Guzel and Saed Mirreh, both aged 19, mark a significant development in the sprawling case.
Charges and Arrests Across the US
Jimenez-Guzel and Mirreh were charged on Wednesday, 7th November 2025, with conspiring to provide material support to a designated terrorist organisation. Jimenez-Guzel faces a further charge of attempting to provide material support.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) stated that Jimenez-Guzel, from Montclair, New Jersey, was arrested on Tuesday while attempting to board a flight to Turkey from Newark airport. Mirreh was arrested at his home in Kent, Washington.
According to FBI court filings in Newark, the two men had discussed what were described as "comprehensive plans" to travel overseas and fight for the Islamic State group. The FBI alleges their plans accelerated following the arrests of several individuals in the Detroit area on 31st October with whom they had been in communication.
Connection to Michigan Halloween Plot
While the charges against Jimenez-Guzel and Mirreh do not specifically focus on Michigan, they are connected to the wider investigation. In Michigan, three young men have already been charged with conspiracy and firearms offences related to planning an attack.
Investigators revealed that a group chat between the men contained repeated references to "pumpkins" and pumpkin emojis, which they believe were coded discussions about a Halloween attack. The FBI identified potential targets as LGBTQ+ bars in suburban Detroit. One suspect had also conducted reconnaissance at Cedar Point, a popular amusement park in northern Ohio.
In a separate development reported on Friday, a 16-year-old boy is now in federal custody as part of the same investigation. Messages left with the attorneys representing Jimenez-Guzel and Mirreh were not immediately returned.
