Authorities have arrested a man who they say texted undercover agents that he planned to conduct a terror attack in the name of ISIS in Queens
The 19-year-old is a Queens resident who was born in Pakistan, the official said. Authorities allege he was inspired by ISIS and planned to conduct a stabbing or bombing attack in Queens.According to the official, the man was under constant surveillance by law enforcement authorities and did not pose a danger to the public.
"An individual was arrested in New York today as part of a national security investigation. Further information will be released when appropriate. There is no current public safety issue as a result of the arrest," a Justice Department spokesman told CNN.The suspect is expected to appear in court in Brooklyn federal court on Friday. CNN's David Shortell contributed to this report.
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