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Former Navy SEAL sentenced in plot to throw fireworks at police during ‘No Kings’ protest
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· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The individual, 49 years old, had been traveling from El Paso to California to attend a protest.
S. Navy SEAL has been sentenced to prison time for his role in a plot to attack police. The individual, 49 years old, had been traveling from El Paso to California to attend a protest.
While en route, the former SEAL made a stop in New Mexico where he purchased fireworks. These included large mortar fireworks and firecrackers. Further details about the case, including the motivations behind the plot, are available from the source.
The former SEAL received a 16-month prison sentence for his actions.
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Category: safety Published: July 28, 2026 Source: KGNS — Sitewide Reading time: 1 min
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