A leftist extremist group was allegedly building bombs and choosing targets for New Year’s Eve terror attacks in Los Angeles, but federal officials have foiled those plans.

Four alleged members of a leftist offshoot of the group called Turtle Island Liberation Front (TILF) were arrested after federal officials disrupted the credible terrorist threat that involved improvised explosive devices (IEDs), Fox News reported Monday.

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In a social media post early Monday, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel detailed the case:

The subjects self-identified as members of a radical offshoot of the Turtle Island Liberation Front (TILF), an extremist group motivated by pro-Palestinian, anti-law-enforcement, and anti-government ideology. They were allegedly planning coordinated IED bombing attacks on New Year’s Eve, targeting five separate locations across Los Angeles.

In the days since, @FBINewOrleans arrested an additional FIFTH individual believed to be linked to this radical TILF subgroup — also allegedly planning a separate violent attack.

The four suspects were charged with conspiracy and possession of a destructive device.

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi also addressed the alleged plot, stating, “The group also planned to target ICE agents and vehicles.”

“This was an incredible effort by our U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and the @FBI to ensure Americans can live in peace. We will continue to pursue these terror groups and bring them to justice,” Bondi concluded.

Intercessor, add to your prayer list the physical and spiritual protection of our nation–especially during the next few weeks when our eyes are on celebrating with family. Pray for law enforcement officers who are still standing on the wall to watch and act when needed.  Share your prayer for protection in the comments below.