“Who is Alexandros Paporakis? MEA reacts as US authorities foil alleged plot to attack Hindu temple in Illinois”

Key points

• A 19-year-old from Illinois planned a mass shooting at a Hindu temple near Aurora.
• Alexandros Paporakis allegedly wrote an eight-page manifesto promoting violence against multiple groups.
• Two Taco Bell coworkers alerted police after receiving concerning messages and a video.
• Paporakis was arrested on October 11 and faces charges of making a terrorist threat and weapon violations.
• Investigations show the suspect studied the location online and discussed arming himself and fleeing.