FSB reports detention of minor suspected of preparing attack in Moscow

Russian security service reports detention of a minor

The Federal Security Service of Russia released information regarding the detention of a teenager accused of preparing a terrorist act on the territory of Moscow. According to the statement, the US embassy had warned of the threat of a terrorist attack the previous day.

Tsaritsyno museum could have been the target of the attack, according to the FSB

According to the statement by Russian security services, the possible attack was aimed at the Tsaritsyno museum-reserve. The American side had previously warned of the possibility of an incident that could result in mass casualties specifically at this facility.

Search results and source of information

The FSB claims that during a search of the teenager's residence, law enforcement officers found clothing and accessories that he allegedly displayed in photographs on social media. Additionally, according to the security service, the search history on the detained individual's smartphone contained queries related to terrorist attacks and mass killings.

FSB representatives emphasised that they had received data from their American colleagues regarding the possible preparation of an attack. The circumstances of the case are currently being established.