For Immediate Release
January 25, 2005
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Washington D.C.
FBI National Press Office
(202) 324-3691
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NEW
INFORMATION ON CITY OF BOSTON THREAT
Washington, D.C. - After
a thorough investigation of information involving a reported terrorist threat
against the City of Boston, Massachusetts, it has been determined that the
threat had no credibility. While the threat information proceeded from criminal
activity (an alien smuggling organization) there were in fact no terrorist
plans or activity under way. Because the criminal investigation is ongoing,
no further details can be provided at this time. The FBI would, however,
like to particularly thank Mexican law enforcement agencies for their assistance
in resolving this issue.
Please be advised that
the FBI is, accordingly, withdrawing its request for information from the
public that would lead to locating the 13 persons identified in its 1/22/05
press release.
This case exemplifies
the determination of the FBI, DHS, and the entire U.S. intelligence and law
enforcement communities to track down and resolve all possible threats involving
terrorist activity. As threat information from many sources is received,
it is analyzed and appropriately shared with our law enforcement partners,
including cases of unconfirmed and uncorroborated information whose credibility
is difficult to assess. Only by so doing can we hope to prevent terrorist
acts before they are launched.
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