17 May 2007

He didn't mean to...

But he didn't intend to kill anyone...


CAMDEN, N.J. (AP) - Of the six men charged last week with plotting to attack soldiers at Fort Dix, Agron Abdullahu had the smallest role - and did not intend to kill anyone, prosecutors say.

But, the U.S. Attorney's Office argues, he should still be held in a detention center until his case is decided.

A judge on Thursday was to decide whether he should be freed on bail.

Abdullahu, 24, is charged with helping illegal immigrants obtain weapons, which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.

The other five men - Ibrahim Shnewer, 22; Serdar Tatar, 23; Dritan "Anthony" or "Tony" Duka, 28; Shain Duka, 26; and Eljvir "Elvis" Duka, 23 - are charged with conspiring to kill military personnel. They face life in prison if convicted.

A judge ruled last week that they should be held without bail.

The six men were arrested on May 7 as prosecutors said they were trying to buy automatic weapons to use in an attack.

Authorities said Abdullahu kept weapons for the others, taught them how to hold guns and told them about how to make bombs.

Move along now...nothing to see here. Just an average guy who teaches people how to use guns and make bombs- you know, your friendly neighbor.

LOCK HIM UP. Keep us safe.