October 16, 2004

Chechen terrorists in the U.S.?

Did this escape your notice? There has been a report that 25 Chechen terrorists have entered the U.S. through Mexico.

U.S. security officials are investigating a recent intelligence report that 25 Chechen militants illegally entered the United States from Mexico in July.

The group, linked to separatists in Chechnya that took part in the deadly Beslan school siege last month, reportedly crossed into a mountainous part of Arizona from northern Mexico, wearing backpacks, The Washington Times reported, citing officials speaking on conditions of anonymity.

The area was said to be difficult for U.S. border guards to monitor.

Do you recall what Chechen terrorists did in Beslan? They were wearing backpacks. Perhaps they’re carrying candy to give out to schoolchildren.

If this report is true, I hope they find them soon. It is very worrisome.

Posted by Ted at October 16, 2004 3:07 PM