Jose Padilla found guilty of supporting terrorism
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Jose Padilla, who is a former Chicago gang member, was found by jury to be guilty of supporting Islamic terrorist groups abroad.
The co-defendants, Adham Hassoun and Kifan Jayyousi, were also found guilty on conspiracy to murder, kidnap, and maim people in a foreign country; conspiracy to provide material support for terrorists; and providing material support for terrorists.
All three defendants face life in prison. The sentencing is on December 5.
The Attorney General Alberto Gonzales issued a statement saying "The conviction of Jose Padilla -- an American who provided material support to terrorists and trained for violent jihad -- is a significant victory in our efforts to fight the threat posed by terrorists and their supporters."
Attorneys for the defendants claimed they will appeal the decision.
Sources
- "Jury finds Padilla guilty on terror charges" — CNN.com, August 16, 2007
- "Padilla guilty in US terror trial" — BBC, August 16, 2007
- Ewen MacAskill. "US citizen guilty of aiding al-Qaida cells" — Guardian Unlimited, August 16, 2007