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neuracnu t1_j2tntf6 wrote

“…one suspect told authorities they did it so they could break into a business and steal money, U.S. authorities said Tuesday.”

I’m all for using the correct names for things. If this was truly the intent, I think the crime is Criminal Sabotage.

That said, intent is often difficult to definitively prove.

Jan 19 2023 update: So it sounds like these two had been under surveillance by the FBI by domestic terrorism specialists in 2021-2022. That changes things. https://www.reuters.com/world/us/two-men-arrested-attacks-washington-state-power-substations-2023-01-03/

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mochamittens t1_j2toror wrote

That story would also be a good way to get lesser charges.

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Lch207560 t1_j2tr5bz wrote

I don't know if it is a 'good' way but from the sound of it it's their only way to get lesser charges

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Maleficent_1213 t1_j2tr8lb wrote

it's also the plot of a tv show...can't remember which one cause it's been a while.

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NathanArizona t1_j2torta wrote

I’d bet with multiple power station attacks it will be fairly easy to prove something beyond conspiracy to burglarize. Dumbasses probably thought they had an airtight story in case they were caught

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shitwheresmyjuul t1_j2yg8ov wrote

Risk 30 years to get some cash worth 10 years, probably out on probation in less than a year.

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