Dominican Republic authorities investigate alleged terrorist plot against President Abinader

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The Dominican Republic Public Ministry is investigating a group of at least 10 individuals allegedly involved in a terrorist plot targeting President Luis Abinader. According to a 57-page case file, the attack was reportedly planned for November 6 during Constitution Day celebrations at the National Congress.

Authorities identified Delvinson de la Cruz Sosa, 29, as a primary suspect and alleged coordinator. Investigators claim the group used digital platforms, including Telegram, WhatsApp, and Instagram, to coordinate the manufacturing of explosives, track the president's movements, and plan escape routes. During searches, officials seized electronic equipment and chemical substances, including approximately 6.4 pounds of potassium nitrate.

Two individuals are currently in custody. De la Cruz Sosa faces requests for three months of preventive detention on charges of terrorism and criminal association. Leomar Antonio Brens Brito surrendered voluntarily to the police, claiming he was only hired as a sign painter and had no involvement in the conspiracy.

President Abinader stated that while he has faced at least six threats since 2021, he has not changed his official agenda and believes the government's security systems are adequate.

Entities

Delvinson De la Cruz Sosa · Dominican Republic · Leomar Antonio Brens Brito · Luis Abinader · National Congress · National Congress of the Dominican Republic · National Intelligence Directorate · Public Ministry · Public Ministry of the Dominican Republic · San Francisco de Macorís

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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 6 SOURCES] Leomar Antonio Brens Brito surrendered to the police and denied involvement in the plot. eldia.com.do · elnacional.com.do · azuanoticias.com · noticialibre.com · n.com.do · +1 more
[● 5 SOURCES] Delvinson de la Cruz Sosa was arrested in San Francisco de Macorís on November 3. mediodigitalrd.com · www.losmocanos.com · azuanoticias.com · elnaguero.com
[● 12 SOURCES] The alleged attack was planned for November 6 during Constitution Day celebrations at the National Congress. www.diariolibre.com · elnacional.com.do · mediodigitalrd.com · almomento.net · dominicanaaldia.com · +6 more
[● 3 SOURCES] The Public Ministry requested three months of preventive detention for De la Cruz Sosa on charges of terrorism and criminal association. mediodigitalrd.com · ensegundos.do
[● 4 SOURCES] Authorities seized electronic equipment and chemical substances during searches. mediodigitalrd.com · www.losmocanos.com · ensegundos.do · elveedordigital.com
[● 3 SOURCES] President Abinader has faced at least six threats since 2021. mediodigitalrd.com · teleradioamerica.com
[● 2 SOURCES] President Abinader stated he has not changed his official agenda due to the situation. teleradioamerica.com · azuanoticias.com
[● 8 SOURCES] At least 10 people are allegedly linked to a terrorist plot against President Luis Abinader. www.diariolibre.com · mediodigitalrd.com · almomento.net · dominicanaaldia.com · elinformante.com.do · +3 more
[● 4 SOURCES] Leomar Antonio Brens Brito denied involvement in the plot and claimed he was only hired to paint signs. eldia.com.do · elnacional.com.do · n.com.do · infoenn.com