Teen accused of plotting mass shooting at Chicago-area place of worship
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Wed, 14 October 2026
1 report- fox7austin.com18:59first to report
A 19-year-old man is facing felony charges after police uncovered an alleged plan for a mass shooting that investigators believe may have targeted a Hindu place of worship in the Aurora area.
Thu, 15 October 2026
23 reports- news-gazette.com01:29
PALATINE, Ill. (AP) — Police in a Chicago suburb announced Wednesday that they had thwarted a potential mass shooting, arresting a 19-year-old man who they said may have planned to
- outlookindia.com02:50
A 19-year-old Illinois man has been arrested over an alleged mass shooting plot that may have targeted a Hindu temple in Aurora, near Chicago.
- ianslive.in04:03
New York, Oct 15 (IANS) Hindu and Indian organisations have condemned the mass-shooting plot against a temple in the midst of the Navaratri celebrations and warned against rising Hinduphobia.
- Times of India04:36
- ianslive.in04:45
Chicago, Oct 15 (IANS) The Consulate General of India in Chicago, US, has said that it is closely monitoring developments relating to the mass-shooting plot against a temple in Aurora, Illinois.
- siasat.com05:33
19-year-old man was arrested for plotting an attack “potentially targeting” a place of worship in the Aurora area in Illinois.
- Al Jazeera English07:54
Coworker alerted police after receiving disturbing messages from 19-year-old suspect.
- Times of India09:44
The ministry of external affairs (MEA) has raised concerns about an alleged conspiracy aimed at a Hindu temple in the US. It called for a comprehensive investigation came following the arrest of Alexandros Paporakis in Illinois, accused of plotting a mass shooting driven at a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois. Authorities uncovered alarming evidence tied to extremist views at his residence, leading the MEA to demand justice and advocate for community safety measures.
- The Hill10:46
Palatine authorities are scheduled to release new information Thursday about a 19-year-old man who was arrested Sunday for allegedly planning a mass shooting targeting a suburban Hindu place of worship, according to police.
- indiatimes.com12:17
19-year-old Alexandros Paporakis was a Taco Bell cashier from Palatine, Illinois, who was arrested for an alleged plot for a potential mass shooting targeting a Hindu place of worship. It is not yet known which Hindu temple was the target.
- bbc.co.uk12:20
Alexandros Paporakis, 19, has appeared in court near Chicago after his arrest at the weekend.
1 reprint
- BBC News World15 Oct, 12:20their copy
- The Guardian World12:20
Authorities say suspect, 19, was allegedly planning a mass shooting and had shared a white supremacist manifesto A man arrested in a Chicago suburb had shared a document expressing white supremacist views and outlined an alleged plan to carry out a mass shooting, potentially targeting a Hindu place of worship, police said on Wednesday. Alexandros Paporakis, 19, was arrested on Sunday after an individual reported receiving concerning electronic communications from him, Palatine police said....
- Anadolu Agency (AA)14:30
19-year-old man arrested in US following investigation into threats involving potential ‘mass shooting’ targeting Hindu temple
- Al Jazeera English14:38
Illinois teen who allegedly said he 'couldn’t wait' to kill Indians is arrested over a Hindu temple attack plot.
- Times of India14:56
A young man in Illinois was arrested for allegedly planning a mass shooting at a Hindu temple. His co-workers became concerned after he made alarming comments about killing Indians. The incident highlights rising xenophobia and anti-India sentiment in the United States. India's ministry of external affairs expressed the need for enhanced vigilance against hate-motivated violence. Authorities are expected to thoroughly investigate and take measures to ensure the Indian community's safety.
- Times of India15:42
A 19-year-old white supremacist's intention to attack a temple near Chicago was disrupted by a rifle malfunction. Following the incident, concerned colleagues notified authorities after he expressed his intentions via messages. Police arrested Alexandros Paporakis, uncovering alarming materials including a manifesto that targeted several communities. The case has raised serious safety concerns among Hindu organizations about worship places.
- Google News - Top Stories16:09
Details emerge as ‘brave individual' helps foil alleged mass shooting plot at suburban Hindu temple NBC 5 Chicago ‘Couldn’t wait to kill Indians’: US teen’s neo-Nazi manifesto reveals Hindu temple attack plot The Times of India Palatine man Alexandros Paporakis, 19, charged with terrorism offenses in alleged mass shooting plot targeting Aurora Hindu temple ABC7 Chicago How authorities say a jammed gun and Taco Bell workers prevented a possible mass shooting at an Aurora temple Chicago Tribune...
- nbcchicago.com16:30
- Google News - Top Stories16:44
Gun jammed when neo-Nazi attempted mass shooting at Hindu temple in Aurora, prosecutors say Chicago Sun-Times Tip-off foiled US teen's plot to attack Hindu temple, police say BBC Car registered to man accused of planning mass shooting was at Hindu temple he targeted, police say NBC News Palatine man Alexandros Paporakis, 19, charged with terrorism offenses in alleged mass shooting plot targeting Aurora Hindu temple ABC7 Chicago How authorities say a jammed gun and Taco Bell workers prevented a...
- cbs4local.com18:44
Police said the information came from someone who reported receiving "concerning electronic communications."
1 reprint
- wcti12.com15 Oct, 18:44their copy
- The Hill18:50
Several lawmakers have expressed shock and outrage about an alleged racially motivated two-year plot to massacre people at a Hindu temple in Aurora, Ill., which led to the arrest of a 19-year-old Palatine, Ill., man. Alexandros Paporakis was arrested Sunday at an apartment he shares with his mother in the 1300 block of North Baldwin Court...
- se933.com19:30
The largest Hindu temple near Aurora, Illinois, is believed to have been the target of a thwarted mass shooting plot allegedly planned by Alexandros Paporakis, authorities said. (WLS)A 19-year-old Illinois man has been charged after an investigation into an alleged plan to carry out a mass shooting that may have targeted a Hindu place of worship in the Aurora area, police said.Alexandros Paporakis of Palatine was arrested Sunday after the Palatine Police Department received information from the...
- Google News - Top Stories23:33
Car registered to man accused of planning mass shooting was at Hindu temple he targeted, police say AP News Tip-off foiled US teen's plot to attack Hindu temple, police say BBC Leaders call for federal charges in alleged shooting plot against Hindu temple in Aurora ABC7 Chicago Jammed rifle prevented an apparent mass murder plot at worship center in Aurora NBC 5 Chicago How authorities say a jammed gun and Taco Bell workers prevented a possible mass shooting at an Aurora temple Chicago Tribune
Fri, 16 October 2026
9 reports- South China Morning Post04:00
Illinois authorities believe a 19-year-old man charged with planning a mass shooting at a Hindu temple in suburban Chicago entered the building’s car park on Sunday, hours before police arrested him near his home after receiving a tip about the alleged attack plan. Authorities announced Wednesday that they had arrested Alexandros Paporakis and provided the additional detail about his suspected movement during a news conference Thursday. The leaders of Sri Venkateswara Swami (Balaji) Temple in...
- Google News - Top Stories04:34
Illinois congressman says he was at a Hindu temple during attempted shooting The Washington Post Tip-off foiled US teen's plot to attack Hindu temple, police say BBC Car registered to man accused of planning mass shooting was at Hindu temple he targeted, police say NBC News Palatine man Alexandros Paporakis, 19, charged with terrorism offenses in alleged mass shooting plot targeting Aurora Hindu temple ABC7 Chicago Jammed rifle prevented an apparent mass murder plot at worship center in Aurora...
- Index.hr (Croatia)06:58
AMERIČKA policija uhitila je 19-godišnjaka koji je planirao napad na hinduistički hram kod Chicaga.
- Google News - Top Stories07:42
Car registered to man accused of planning mass shooting was at Hindu temple he targeted, police say NBC News Tip-off foiled US teen's plot to attack Hindu temple, police say BBC Leaders call for federal charges in alleged shooting plot against Hindu temple in Aurora ABC7 Chicago Jammed rifle prevented an apparent mass murder plot at worship center in Aurora NBC 5 Chicago Teen Arrested Over Plan to Attack Hindu Temple, Officials Say The New York Times
- Times of India12:10
Authorities in Aurora thwarted a disturbing mass-shooting scheme aimed at a local Hindu temple. In light of this, the Indian ministry of external affairs voiced alarm over the rise in hate crimes in the United States. A 19-year-old suspect now faces charges for threatening the temple while armed. Meanwhile, Indian-American organizations are mobilizing to spotlight anti-Indian sentiment and exploring collective response strategies.
- edmontonsun.com14:17
- Times of India15:20
A neo-Nazi teen attempted a mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Illinois, but his rifle jammed. The attack highlights ongoing debates about gun violence and societal issues, including parenting and mental health. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi expressed horror that the attack targeted Indian Americans during worship. Many lawmakers condemned the incident, emphasizing the need to address religious and racial hatred in society.
- PBS NewsHour20:02
A thwarted mass shooting targeting a large Hindu temple in suburban Chicago was fueled by years of hateful rhetoric on social media against Hindus and Indians, community leaders say.
- americanbazaaronline.com20:51
Several members of Congress have condemned an alleged mass shooting plot targeting a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois, on Sunday, Oct. 11.