FBI Wanted Obama Plotters Charged, But A Rove Appointee Said No Wednesday, September 03, 2008

FBI Wanted Obama Plotters Charged, But A Rove Appointee Said No
Wednesday, September 03, 2008



[Tharin Gartrell, 28; Shawn Robert Adolf, 33; and Nathan Johnson, 32]

we noticed last week that it was awfully peculiar that Colorado’s U.S. Attorney, Troy Eid, had so airilydismissed conspiracy charges against the three whit-supremacist tweakers who were caught planning to assassinate Barack Obama at last week’s Democratic National Convention in Denver.

Now it turns out that those supicions wew fully warraned:

KUSA - 9Wants to Know has learned three men in Denver planned to assassinate U.S. Senator Barack Obama during the Democratic National Convention in Denver by sneaking into one of his events and shooting him with a gun hidden inside of a camera, according to federal court records.

Nathan Johnson's girlfriend, whom 9NEWS is not naming because she's a juvenile, said it would have to be a suicide mission.

The plot is similar to that in the 1992 movie "The Bodyguard" starring actors Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston. In the movie, Costner stops an assassination attempt against Houston by spotting a weapon hidden inside a gutted-out TV camera.

Johnson, Shawn Adolf and Tharin Gartrell all thought that Obama had a suite in the third floor of the Hyatt hotel, where they were staying. In fact, the Senator was staying in another Denver Hotel.

The men were doing methamphetamine inside the hotel with two women on Aug. 23 discussing the plot to kill Obama, according to federal records.

Adolf said "it would not matter if he killed Senator Obama because police would simply add a murder charge to his pending charges," according to the records. There were seven outstanding warrants for Adolf's arrest.

The underage woman told law enforcement that Adolf also talked about using "a high-powered rifle 22-250 from a high vantage point" to shoot Senator Obama during his acceptance speech at INVESCO Field at Mile High during the DNC.

Even more significant, beyond the details of the plot, was the fact that, as the Colorado Independent notes, the FBI asked for more serious charges to be filed and were turned down.

When police searched the hotel rooms and cars the men were using, they confiscated meth, needles, laptops, cell phones, a black mask, books indicating check fraud and forgery, bags of new clothes, tactical pants and bar coupons.

Based on the evidence, FBI special agent Robert Sawyer believed there was probable cause to charge the men with conspiracy to kill Senator Obama. However, US Attorney Troy Eid last week said there is insufficient evidence to indicate a true threat, plot or conspiracy against the senator.

Note the language used by Eid in dismissing the gravity of the case: the case isn't serious because they were "more aspirational, perhaps, than operational"? Well, when it was the Liberty Seven -- black Muslim men who were described by the FBI as "aspirational rather than operational" -- there was no hesitation by the Justice Department in bringing charges.

Another funny thing: When a black man in prison sent a threatening letter containing baby powder to John McCain, Troy Eid brought down the full force of the law, complete with press conferences and public declarations that "We won't stand for threats of this kind in Colorado."

But when it’s a claque of white men with rifles, disguises, and all the accoutrement of a conspiracy – as well as open admissions to it – Troy Eid isn’t worried. After all, they just a bunch of harmless, tweakers, right?....... Just like tittle Timmy McVeigh

But then, when you’re a Karl Rove operative promoted to deliver justice the Republican way, as Troy Eid is, that’s the way the scales fall. As Marcy reported at the time, Eid in fact nearly didn't get the Colorado job because of concerns about "improper lobbying."

His failure to take this matter seriously is itself a serious matter. When law-enforcement officials let this stuff slip by, they send a dangerous message to other would-be plotters out there. And next time, they may in fact be more competent.

FAILURE TO APPEAR

XUYEN THI-KIM NGUYEN

Aliases: Thi Kim Nguyen, Kim Nguyen, Xuyen Nguyen DESCRIPTION Date of Birth Used: February 16, 1942 Hair: Black Place of Birth: Vietnam Eyes: Brown Height: 5'0" Sex: Female Weight: 135 pounds Race: Asian NCIC: W175683980 Nationality: Vietnamese Occupation: Unknown Scars and Marks: None known Remarks: Nguyen became a naturalized citizen in 1999. She has lived in the Seattle, Washington, and Dallas, Texas, areas. CAUTION In May 2005, seven individuals, including Xuyen Thi-Kim Nguyen, were indicted in Dallas, Texas, for their involvement in a scheme to defraud a mortgage company of over $5 million. After four of the seven individuals pled guilty, Nguyen was convicted of one count of conspiracy, two counts of mail fraud, and seven counts of fraud by wire. Nguyen was placed on home monitoring until her sentencing. However, some time between November 8, 2005, and November 11, 2005, Nguyen fled from her home in Plano, Texas. Subsequently, a complaint was filed in the Northern District of Texas for failure to appear, and an arrest warrant was issued by the United States District Court on February 3, 2006. IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS PERSON, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL FBI OFFICE OR THE NEAREST AMERICAN EMBASSY OR CONSULATE.

ROBERT S. MUELLER, III DIRECTOR FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 TELEPHONE: (202) 324-3000

UNKNOWN BANK ROBBER who?

UNKNOWN BANK ROBBER

Photographs taken in 2009 DESCRIPTION Age: Approximately late 40s to early 50s Build: Medium Sex: Male Hair: Salt and pepper/ gray Height: Approximately 5'5" to 5'8" Eyes: Unknown Weight: Approximately 140 to 160 pounds Race: White CAUTION On March 16, 2009, at approximately 3:30 p.m., an unidentified man entered a bank located in the "Little Italy" section of San Diego, California. The suspect wrote on a bank deposit slip and approached one of the tellers. The suspect leaned forward, slid the note across the counter, and allegedly told the teller he wanted money. Reportedly, the teller recalled seeing the word "robbery" written on the note. The teller, who smelled alcohol on the suspect's breath, said an account number was needed to access bank customer information in its kiosk-style cash dispenser. The suspect appeared to become frustrated and left the bank with the note. The suspect was observed walking up the street and out of view. Approximately 15 minutes later, the same individual entered a San Diego bank approximately five blocks away. While in the bank, the suspect wrote on a deposit slip and approached a bank teller. The note reportedly read, "This is a robbery." The teller asked the suspect for clarification and the robber allegedly said "Give me all your money." The teller replied that a key was needed to get into the cash drawer, which was empty. The suspect, again frustrated, retrieved the demand note and exited the bank toward Horton Plaza. During the first incident, the suspect wore a greenish-blue jacket with a light-colored collar, blue jeans, a scarf with white, black, and gray stripes, and brown shoes. He also wore gray-tinted, wire-rimmed sunglasses (possibly prescription). During the second incident, the suspect wore a gray short-sleeved T-shirt with "GEORGETOWN" written across the chest, blue jeans, and brown shoes. He also wore gray-tinted, wire-rimmed sunglasses (possibly prescription). SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS PERSON, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL FBI OFFICE OR THE NEAREST AMERICAN EMBASSY OR CONSULATE.

ROBERT S. MUELLER, III DIRECTOR FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 TELEPHONE: (202) 324-3000

UNLAWFUL FLIGHT TO AVOID PROSECUTION - HOMICIDE

AMANDEEP SINGH DHAMI

Aliases: Amandep Dahmi, Amandep S. Dahmi, Amandep Singh Dhami, Amandeep Dhami DESCRIPTION Date of Birth Used: September 17, 1984 Hair: Black Place of Birth: California Eyes: Brown Height: 5'11" Sex: Male Weight: 200 pounds Race: White (East Indian) NCIC: W605039837 Nationality: American Occupation: Unknown Scars and Marks: Dhami has the following tattoos: the word "Loyalty" on the outside of his right arm, the numbers "916" on the inside of his right arm, the word "Soorma" on the outside of his left arm, and the word "Punjabi" on the inside of his left arm. Remarks: Dhami may have left the country and may be traveling to Canada. CAUTION Amandeep Singh Dhami is wanted for his alleged involvement in the shooting death of one man and the wounding of another. On August 31, 2008, Dhami, and an accomplice who is in custody, allegedly entered a sporting arena in Sacramento, California, and fired several shots. The one victim died at the scene, while the second victim was critically wounded. The shooting apparently stemmed from a feud. A local arrest warrant was issued on September 2, 2008, and Dhami was charged with homicide. A federal arrest warrant charging Dhami with unlawful flight to avoid prosecution was issued on September 3, 2008. SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS PERSON, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL FBI OFFICE OR THE NEAREST AMERICAN EMBASSY OR CONSULATE.

ROBERT S. MUELLER, III DIRECTOR FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 TELEPHONE: (202) 324-3000

JASON DEREK BROWN ( wanted )

UNLAWFUL FLIGHT TO AVOID PROSECUTION - FIRST DEGREE MURDER, ARMED ROBBERY

JASON DEREK BROWN

Photograph taken in 2004

Aliases:

Jason D. Brown, Derek Brown, Greg Johnson, Harline Johnson, Greg Harline Johnson, John Brown, Jay Brown

DESCRIPTION

Dates of Birth Used:	July 1, 1969; January 17, 1971	Hair:	Blond
Place of Birth:	California	Eyes:	Green
Height:	5'10"	Complexion:	Light
Weight:	170 to 180 pounds	Sex:	Male
Build:	Medium	Race:	White
Occupation:	Golf Equipment Importer	Nationality:	American
Scars and Marks:	None known
Remarks:	Brown speaks fluent French and has a Masters Degree in International Business. He is an avid golfer, snowboarder, skier, and dirt biker. Brown enjoys being the center of attention and has been known to frequent nightclubs where he enjoys showing off his high-priced vehicles, boats, and other toys. He has been described as possibly having bisexual tendencies. Brown has ties to California, Arizona, and Utah. In the past, he has traveled to France and Mexico. Additionally, he may be in the possession of a Glock 9mm and a .45 caliber handgun.

CAUTION

JASON DEREK BROWN IS WANTED FOR MURDER AND ARMED ROBBERY IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA. DURING NOVEMBER OF 2004, BROWN ALLEGEDLY SHOT AND KILLED AN ARMORED CAR GUARD OUTSIDE A MOVIE THEATER AND THEN FLED WITH THE MONEY.

CONSIDERED ARMED AND EXTREMELY DANGEROUS
IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS PERSON, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL FBI OFFICE OR THE NEAREST U.S. EMBASSY OR CONSULATE.

REWARD

The FBI is offering a reward of up to $100,000 for information leading directly to the arrest of Jason Derek Brown.

Dari, December 2007