Seattle man allegedly targeted governor after telling hospital of murderous plan: docs
A Seattle man allegedly told authorities he planned to surveil Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson's mansion and harm anyone standing in his way inside.
TL;DR
- Nathaniel David Foster, 34, allegedly confessed a plan to harm Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson to a hospital caseworker.
- Foster reportedly planned to surveil Ferguson's mansion, find a security weak point, and force entry.
- He stated willingness to hurt or kill anyone obstructing his path to the governor.
- Prosecutors believe Foster's motive was to draw attention to grievances about his treatment in a correctional facility.
- Foster has a history of prior convictions and several dismissed cases due to competency concerns.
- He is charged with threatening to kill Ferguson, with prosecutors seeking high bail and a no-contact order.