Teen already on FBI radar arrested after allegedly planning Mint Hill terrorist attack: What we know

MINT HILL, N.C. (WBTV) – Almost a week has passed since an 18-year-old in Mint Hill was arrested for allegedly planning a terrorist attack on New Year’s Eve.

Christian Sturdivant had just turned 18 shortly before his arrest on Dec. 31, 2025, for attempting to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization.

Sturdivant’s alleged targets were a Mint Hill fast food restaurant and grocery store. Federal agents made the arrest before the attack could come to fruition…

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