Suspect faces terrorism charges in stabbing of 11 at Walmart in Michigan

Jul 28, 2025
BBC News
Suspect faces terrorism charges in stabbing of 11 at Walmart in Michigan
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Suspect faces terrorism charges in stabbing of 11 at Walmart in Michigan

Authorities arrest suspect, 20, in stabbings at Walmart

A man suspected of stabbing multiple people @Walmart in Michigan, is facing terrorism charges after authorities said the attack was motivated by Islamic extremist beliefs.

Eleven victims were hospitalized

The suspect, identified by authorities as Ahmed Mohamed Osman, 20, was arrested overnight and is being held on suspicion of terrorism.

Officials say the suspect was inspired by ISIS

Federal investigators who work in counterterrorism interviewed the suspect, and according to officials, he claimed inspiration from ISIS propaganda.

The incident drew a massive police response

The attack triggered a large police response, including SWAT teams, in the suburban Detroit town of Troy.

Original source: BBC News