Texas suspect arrested after credible tip of Capitol terror plot
Texas authorities detained Benny Caldera Jr. following a credible warning of a planned violent attack on the state Capitol.
After receiving a credible tip on Tuesday night, the Texas Department of Public Safety moved quickly to arrest Benny Caldera Jr., 40, at his residence in Converse early Wednesday. He has been charged with a felony terroristic threat against a public servant and is currently detained at Bexar County Jail. DPS informed state legislators of the threat, but the Capitol continued its regular operations with increased security measures.
The FBI collaborated with Texas officials on the case, but officials have not disclosed who the suspected attacker intended to target. Governor Greg Abbott praised the department’s response on social media, emphasizing zero tolerance for threats against the Capitol. The investigation remains active, and further details have not been released.
Why it matters
It shows law-enforcement’s ability to thwart a potential Capitol attack and underscores ongoing security concerns.
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