Authorities have disclosed new information about an alleged terror plot aimed at a UFC event near the White House. Five suspects were arrested across four states for allegedly planning attacks involving explosive drones and sniper ambushes. Weapons, ammunition, tactical gear, and screenshots of potential targets were seized as evidence.
The mugshots of all five suspects detained in connection to what prosecutors described as a “mass casualty event” were released to the public. The incident allegedly targeted President Donald Trump and other high-profile figures during the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House.
According to federal authorities, the suspects orchestrated a coordinated attack plan that included drones equipped with explosives, sniper teams, and designated safe houses to support their operation. Despite the target being a White House event, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro noted her office is not managing any part of the case. She explained that jurisdiction requires concrete activity within the district.
“You have to have some kind of actual activity to bring a case,” Pirro stated.
Among those arrested, Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez of Omaha, Nebraska, aged 31, is identified as the alleged plot leader. Tycen Proper, aged 19 from Ohio, is accused of compiling a list of 46 targets and spending a substantial sum on weapons and tactical equipment. Prosecutors indicated that investigators found writings indicating extremist beliefs.
Bryan Omar Roa, 24, from California, was involved in encrypted communications about the operation, while Michael Alan Thomas, 32, also from California, allegedly discussed jail escape plans should co-conspirators be arrested. Daniel K. Eskridge, 32, from Missouri, reportedly offered his property as a safe base and discussed building a hidden bunker.
The plot reportedly included plans to launch drones over the event to create panic, forcing attendees to evacuate into planned ambushes by waiting sniper teams. Members also discussed obtaining military-grade ordnance, targeting the Kansas Army Ammunition Plant due to their limitations in manufacturing explosives.
The criminal case against this group remains open and under investigation.