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American-Born Muslim Accused Of Trying To Join Taliban Likely To Plead Guilty


Women Against Shariah on Tuesday, November 23, 2010
From silive.com:

A former Staten Islander accused of trying to join the Taliban may plead guilty to charges he lied to federal authorities about his alleged plan, according to a published report.

The attorney for Abdel Hameed Shehadeh, 21, formerly of Annadale and Prince’s Bay, revealed the plea negotiations today during an appearance in Brooklyn federal court, the New York Daily News is reporting.

Abdel Hameed Shehadeh, 21, at Brooklyn Federal court, for brief court appearance earlier this month. (Christine Cornell)
Shehadeh was ordered held without bail on Nov. 2.

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