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Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Man Pleads Guilty to Terrorist Solicitation and Firearms Offense.


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Tuesday, August 9, 2011 -
Pennsylvania Man Pleads Guilty to Terrorist Solicitation and Firearms Offense.
WASHINGTON – Emerson Winfield Begolly, 22, of New Bethlehem, Pa., pleaded guilty today in Pittsburgh to soliciting others to engage in acts of terrorism within the United States and to using a firearm during and in relation to an assault on FBI agents. http://tiny.cc/b034c
“Today’s guilty plea underscores the need for continued vigilance against homegrown extremism and use of the Internet to incite violence,” said Assistant Attorney General Monaco.

“Too often prosecutions arise only after a perpetrator commits actions ending in tragedy,” said U.S. Attorney Hickton.   “On this occasion, I commend the FBI for taking proactive steps to protect the people of the United States before any such tragedy could occur.   I am proud of the coordination and cooperation of the various offices involved in this investigation in bringing Mr. Begolly to justice efficiently.”

“Jihadist propaganda on the Internet is a serious threat to our safety, and today’s plea is the latest example of our Office’s efforts to aggressively identify and prosecute homegrown terrorists,” said Neil H. MacBride, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. “Extreme radicalization can happen anywhere, and this case underscores the need for continued vigilance against homegrown terror threats.”

“On a daily basis, Americans are faced with a complex threat environment that includes homegrown extremists who use web forums to share information and incite violence,” said Assistant Director in Charge McJunkin and Special Agent in Charge Rodriguez.   “As this case unfolded, the FBI in Washington, DC and Pittsburgh, in close coordination with the Department of Justice and U.S. Attorney’s offices in Pittsburgh and Alexandria, Virginia, worked quickly and effectively to eliminate the threat against U.S. citizens.”

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