'Credible' Attack Halted at Texas State Capitol, Suspect Arrested: DPS
Summary
Texas law enforcement stopped a possible violent attack at the Texas State Capitol in Austin and arrested one suspect, Benny Caldera Jr. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) acted on credible information and is working with the FBI to investigate.Key Facts
- DPS received a credible tip about a planned attack at the Texas Capitol on Tuesday night.
- Benny Caldera Jr., 40, was arrested early Wednesday at his home in Converse, Texas.
- He faces a felony charge for making a terroristic threat against a public servant.
- The Texas Capitol remained open with increased security after the arrest.
- DPS informed Texas State Legislators about the threat and arrest.
- The FBI cooperated with DPS but deferred comment to them.
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott praised DPS for preventing the attack.
- The investigation is ongoing, and no further details have been released.
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