US teen inspired by Isis pleads guilty to attempted murder of police officer

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Tribune News ServiceJanuary 24, 2026 at 05:12 AM

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Fasihullah Safar, a 17-year-old from Virginia, pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including attempted murder, in Burlington County, New Jersey. The charges stem from an incident in March of last year when Safar intentionally rammed a police car, injuring the officer inside. When backup arrived, Safar attacked them with a knife, stabbing one officer in the chest, though a tactical vest prevented serious injury. Safar, who had expressed interest in joining ISIS, was initially charged as a juvenile, but the case was later enhanced, and he will be sentenced as an adult. The charges also include aggravated assault, aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer, and motor vehicle theft.

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