Suspect arrested after alleged plot to attack Texas Capitol: officials
A Texas man was arrested after allegedly plotting a "violent attack" on the Texas Capitol and is now facing a felony terroristic threat charge in the Lone Star State.
TL;DR
- Benny Caldera Jr., 40, was arrested for allegedly planning a violent attack on the Texas State Capitol.
- He was charged with making a terroristic threat and is facing additional federal charges.
- The Texas Department of Public Safety, FBI, and local law enforcement collaborated to investigate and apprehend the suspect.
- The Capitol remained open with an increased law enforcement presence.
- The incident is under investigation.