Jessica Bowie is the subject of recent terrorism-related charges, accused of converting to Islam and planning an attack with alleged ISIS links; authorities allege online support for extremist acts and purchase of bomb components.
Jessica Bowie, 35, is under arrest after an FBI complaint says she planned to attack the New York State Capitol, purchased bomb materials, and pledged allegiance to ISIS. Authorities tracked her for weeks and say she intended to kill lawmakers and disrupt government. The case is unfolding as investigators note radicalization online.
A 35-year-old woman in Albany has been charged with attempting to provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization after prosecutors say she sought to destroy the New York State Capitol, observed security measures, and planned to carry out a deadly attack before fleeing to Syria.