Suspect accused of plotting terrorist attack on Fourth of July arrested, ABC News reports

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Monday, July 2, 2018
FBI: Man arrested in July 4 attack plot in Cleveland
A suspect has been arrested on terrorism charges in connection with planning an attack on the Fourth of July in Cleveland.

OHIO -- A suspect has been arrested on terrorism charges in connection with planning an attack on Fourth of July in Cleveland, ABC News sources confirmed.

The unidentified suspect was arrested in Cleveland, Ohio over the weekend.

VIDEO: FBI discusses arrest in connection to terror attack planned for Fourth of July in Cleveland

ABC News has learned the plot involved detonating a bomb around Independence Day, but that's all they're revealing at this time.

During a press conference Monday, FBI officials said the "suspect conducted surveillance in Cleveland and also expressed interest in 'chopping off heads and hands and disposing of bodies."'

This is a developing story, check back for updates.