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Teenager Charged in Alleged Terror Plot Targeting Peter Dutton

The 16-year-old Brisbane student faces trial for allegedly planning an attack on the opposition leader’s home, highlighting rising youth radicalization and increased threats against politicians.

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Overview

  • A 16-year-old boy has been charged with planning a terrorist attack on Peter Dutton’s Brisbane home, allegedly using explosives and a drone.
  • The teenager, arrested in August 2024, has been remanded in custody and will stand trial in Queensland’s Supreme Court.
  • Authorities report a growing trend of rapid youth radicalization online, with minors increasingly engaging in extremist activities.
  • Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has emphasized zero tolerance for political threats and confirmed heightened security for parliamentarians during the election campaign.
  • Australian Federal Police recorded a sharp rise in threats against politicians, with over 1,000 incidents reported in the last fiscal year and an upward trend continuing in 2024-25.