White Supremacist's Plot to Attack Tennessee Power Grid Using Explosive Drone

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A 24-year-old man from Columbia, Tennessee, Skyler Philippi, is facing charges after allegedly planning an attack on an energy substation in Nashville. Authorities say Philippi, who holds white supremacist beliefs, intended to disrupt the power supply and destabilize society by attaching explosives to a drone and targeting critical infrastructure.

 

Philippi was arrested after an FBI investigation uncovered his plot to use a weapon of mass destruction. He now faces charges of attempted destruction of an energy facility and attempted use of a weapon of mass destruction. Following his initial court appearance, Philippi remains in custody, with another court date set for November 13. He could face life imprisonment if convicted.

 

According to investigators, Philippi’s motivations stem from accelerationism, an extremist ideology that advocates for societal chaos to bring about change, with the ultimate goal of establishing a racially homogeneous state. This ideology has been linked to past white supremacist terrorist incidents, including the 2019 mosque shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand, which killed 51 people. FBI sources reported that Philippi expressed his views in messages, asserting that drastic actions were needed to achieve such a vision.

 

Initially, Philippi discussed with FBI sources his intention to carry out a mass shooting at a YMCA in Columbia, Tennessee. However, he later concluded that this would not create enough impact to advance his agenda. "If you want to do the most damage as an accelerationist, attack high economic, high tax, political zones in every major metropolis," Philippi reportedly wrote, according to court documents released Monday. By September, he showed an undercover FBI agent a manifesto in which he wrote, "radical armed struggle is the only end to protecting and preserving our folk."

 

Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco condemned Philippi's intentions, stating, "As alleged in today’s charges, Skyler Philippi, a man dedicated to white supremacist ideology and the destruction of our critical infrastructure, planned to attack Nashville’s power grid using a drone carrying an explosive device." FBI Director Christopher Wray added that Philippi was “driven by a racially motivated violent extremist ideology,” and that his attack could have left thousands without power, affecting hospitals and other critical facilities.

 

Leading up to the planned attack, Philippi and undercover FBI agents drove to the targeted substation to conduct reconnaissance. During the drive, he ordered C-4 explosives from the agents and later purchased black powder, which could be used in pipe bombs. The FBI revealed that Philippi had taken steps to conceal his identity, discussing the use of disguises, leather gloves, and ill-fitting shoes.

 

Philippi was ultimately arrested on November 2 by undercover agents who had been posing as his co-conspirators. The FBI reported that the drone was armed and powered up at the time of his arrest. Earlier that day, Philippi had participated in a ritual honoring the Norse god Odin, telling agents, “this is where the New Age begins,” and expressing his belief that his actions would be remembered in the "annals of history."

 

Philippi’s interest in Norse mythology reflects a trend seen in far-right circles, where pagan folklore often blends with extremist ideologies, in part due to Adolf Hitler's fascination with Norse mythology. When arrested, Philippi wore a homemade shirt that read “Death for Odin,” according to the criminal complaint.

 

Based on a report by NBC 2024-11-07

 

 

 

[soalbundy]

He didn't believe that a golden age was just around the corner.

[thesetat2013]

So undercover agents encouraged and aided in getting this man to actually take drastic action for his beliefs(albeit crazy ideology) and then wait for him to arm it and get the drone deployed before arresting him. Sounds to me like the undercover agents need to be locked up as well. Sure the guy was crazy for thinking to do this but the police undercover agents could have arrested him as soon as they learned the plot. Rather than complicitly aiding the guy and waiting for the bomb and drone to be completed and ready to go. 

[thaibeachlovers]

12 minutes ago, thesetat2013 said:

So undercover agents encouraged and aided in getting this man to actually take drastic action for his beliefs(albeit crazy ideology) and then wait for him to arm it and get the drone deployed before arresting him. Sounds to me like the undercover agents need to be locked up as well. Sure the guy was crazy for thinking to do this but the police undercover agents could have arrested him as soon as they learned the plot. Rather than complicitly aiding the guy and waiting for the bomb and drone to be completed and ready to go. 

I've read about many such in the US. I guess it's easier than tracking down the real bad people and it looks great on a CV.

[Yagoda]

Just another retard encouraged and aided by the Gov, makes great press before an election.

 

 

[RichardColeman]

If this guy was a muslim in my uk, his political stance would not be mentioned.....only mental illness, which going by his masks he seems to be suffering from