Texas law enforcement averted a potential mass casualty event Monday after arresting 21-year-old Seth “Andrea” Gregori for allegedly planning an attack on Corpus Christi police officers. The FBI investigation revealed chilling similarities to the 2016 Dallas ambush that left five officers dead.
Federal agents secured an arrest warrant after Gregori reportedly made explicit terroristic threats against local law enforcement. “The suspect’s intentions mirrored tactics used in previous domestic terrorism incidents,” stated an FBI Houston spokesperson during a press briefing.
“This planned assault could have resulted in catastrophic loss of life for our officers and first responders.”
Key details emerge about the case:
- Gregori referenced Micah Xavier Johnson’s 2016 Dallas attack in communications
- Authorities executed pre-dawn arrest without incident
- Nueces County prosecutors reviewing potential federal charges
The 2016 Dallas tragedy remains fresh in law enforcement memory, when a gunman specifically targeted white officers during racial justice protests. Current protocols for identifying lone-wolf threats helped investigators intercept Gregori’s alleged plot before execution.
While no weapons were found during initial searches, digital evidence suggests detailed planning phases. Legal experts note the case highlights growing concerns about domestic terrorism recruitment through online platforms. As of publication, Gregori remains in custody without legal representation confirmed.
