Man Charged with Terrorism in WA, Online Activity Raises Concerns

0:00On February 27th, here's the latest out of Adelaide. A 20-year-old man from regional Western Australia has been charged with preparing for a terrorist act. Authorities acted after monitoring his online behavior, which raised serious red flags. That investigation prompted a search at a home in the Wheatbelt region, involving a joint team from state police, federal agents, and intelligence services. The charges also include using an online service to harass or threaten others, plus holding a ban weapon in two separate firearms violations. No one was hurt, and officials say the public remains safe, but it underscores growing worries about extremist activities spreading online in remote areas. He's scheduled to appear in Perth Magistrate's court this afternoon, with more details likely to emerge from the hearing. We'd like to thank our sponsor for making this episode possible. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.