NYC Terror Suspect Was Disgruntled, Planned Attack for Year

NYC Terror Suspect Was Disgruntled, Planned Attack for Year
Sayfullo Saipov, the suspect in the New York City truck attack in this handout photo released Nov. 1, 2017. St. Charles County Department of Corrections/Handout via Reuters
Petr Svab
Petr Svab
reporter
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Sayfullo Saipov, the Uzbek immigrant accused of attacking cyclists and pedestrians in Lower Manhattan with a truck, was unhappy with his life in the United States and, for a year, planned an ISIS-inspired terrorist attack.

Saipov, 29, allegedly killed eight and injured at least 12 in the attack. His aim, however, was to kill as many as possible, according to the federal complaint against him.
Petr Svab
Petr Svab
reporter
Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
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