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The plot to attack Taylor Swift’s Vienna shows was intended to kill thousands, a CIA official says – JS

Last updated: August 29, 2024 7:57 am
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CIA Foils Plot to Attack Taylor Swift Concerts in Vienna

By STEFANIE DAZIO

In a dramatic turn of events, the CIA recently prevented a terror plot targeting Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna. The agency’s deputy director revealed that the suspects aimed to cause mass casualties, with plans to harm tens of thousands of fans. Thanks to intelligence gathered by the CIA, Austrian authorities were able to apprehend the individuals involved in the conspiracy, ultimately leading to the cancellation of three sold-out shows on Swift’s Eras Tour. This news left fans devastated, especially those who had traveled long distances to attend the concerts.

According to CIA Deputy Director David Cohen, the suspects, allegedly linked to the Islamic State group, were in an advanced stage of planning the attack. The main suspect, a 19-year-old Austrian man, intended to carry out the assault outside the stadium where the concerts were scheduled to take place. Investigators discovered chemical substances and technical devices during a raid on the suspect’s residence, highlighting the seriousness of the threat.

Swift, who broke her silence on the matter after her London shows, expressed gratitude towards the authorities for their swift action. She emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety and ensuring the well-being of her fans. The concert organizer, Barracuda Music, cited the proximity of the arrests to the show dates as the reason for the abrupt cancellations.

The thwarted plot in Vienna drew chilling comparisons to the 2017 attack at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, underscoring the ongoing threat posed by extremism. Cohen commended the CIA’s efforts in preventing the violence, noting that such successes often go unnoticed by the public.

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As Swift’s record-breaking tour goes on hiatus until the fall, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the vigilance required to ensure the safety of artists and concertgoers alike.

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