United States police on Friday arrested a fugitive suspected of sending a threat manifesto to President Donald Trump, Independent reported. Officials had launched a search for Joseph Jakubowski 11 days ago after it was reported that he had sent a 160-page anti-government manifesto and stolen ammunition from a shop in Wisconsin.
Jakubowski, who had allegedly threatened to attack several churches in the country in a letter to the police, was arrested while he was camping some distance away from his hometown. Officials said they made the arrest based on a tip.
On Facebook, Rock County Sheriff’s Office said: “Arrangements are being made for Jakubowski to be returned to Rock County for further investigation and charges.”
The FBI had offered a $20,000 (approximately Rs 12 lakh) reward for information about Jakubowski, the English daily reported.
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