Two men, John Wilson Bennett and Mark Booth Bennett, were arrested in Virginia on charges related to plotting attacks against law enforcement officials. The Department of Homeland Security announced that both individuals are U.S. citizens and face serious allegations concerning their intentions to target police officers and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
John Wilson Bennett is identified as an assistant principal at a local high school in Virginia. Authorities did not specify the school’s name or emphasize whether his employment was directly connected to the alleged scheme. Mark Booth Bennett is reported as his brother, and both are alleged to have engaged in planning violence against federal and local law enforcement personnel.
The department did not release detailed information about the timeline or specifics of the alleged plot. Investigators noted that they uncovered evidence suggesting the Bennetts’ intentions to carry out attacks, prompting their immediate arrest. It remains unclear whether any activities related to the plot had progressed beyond planning stages.
Officials emphasized that national security measures remain vigilant and that law enforcement agencies are committed to preventing acts of violence targeting public officials. The case continues to be investigated, and additional details may be released as the legal process unfolds.