FBI Stops White House UFC Attack Plot; Five Arrested June 17

The FBI arrested five men across four states for allegedly plotting to attack Sunday’s UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House using explosive drones and snipers. The investigation began June 10 after Tycen Proper’s mother reported his firearms purchases and online communications to authorities. The plot targeted President Trump, Vice President Vance, and other government officials and wealthy attendees at the invite-only event on the South Lawn.

How the Plot Was Discovered

Tycen Proper’s mother contacted local law enforcement on June 10 after seeing his large firearms purchases and communications with a group claiming to include former military members and Christian-based activists. FBI agents arrested Proper, 19, of Danville, Ohio at his parents’ home that same day. Investigators then identified four other conspirators across California, Missouri, and Nebraska and made arrests over the weekend before the Sunday event.

The Attack Plan and Targets

Court documents show the group planned to use explosive-laden drones to hit buildings near the UFC venue and force a mass evacuation. A sniper team would then target fleeing crowds, followed by a second wave of attackers attempting to storm a White House gate. Alleged targets included President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Elon Musk, along with several elected officials. Encrypted Signal chats involved at least 23 people discussing the plot.

Arrests and Charges

The five arrested men are Tycen Proper, 19, of Ohio; Bryan Omar Roa, 24, of California; Michael Alan Thomas, 32, of California; Daniel Eskridge, 32, of Missouri; and Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez, 31, of Nebraska. Each faces conspiracy to commit murder charges. Proper faces three additional charges including attempted murder of a federal official (maximum 20 years), possession of a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence (mandatory minimum 5 years), and receipt or transfer of a firearm for a felony (up to 15 years). Proper is held without bond at Franklin County Jail.

Evidence Seized and Investigation Status

FBI agents executed search warrants at suspects’ homes and recovered multiple firearms, tactical gear, and thousands of rounds of ammunition. From Roa’s home, agents seized a handgun, rifle, tactical vest, two-way radio, and laser target pointer. From Thomas’s home, agents seized two rifles, approximately 180 rounds of ammunition, and a pistol. No drones were recovered, though their use was discussed in planning. FBI Director Kash Patel said the multi-state operation stopped the attacks cold, but officials confirmed additional suspects remain at large.

Final Thoughts

The FBI’s rapid response prevented a serious attack on a high-profile White House event. Proper and four co-conspirators now face decades in prison, though the investigation remains ongoing with other suspects still at large.

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