UFC Plot Deepens With New Arrest

An eighth person linked to an alleged UFC event sabotage plot has been arrested in Chicago—20-year-old Alexander Mercado, charged with obstruction of justice. FBI agents questioned him days before the event, and though he denied plans to travel to D.C., he allegedly deleted the Signal app, erasing messages with co-conspirators. With seven others already charged, this move underscores the depth of the alleged plot. Mercado’s court appearance is scheduled for today at 3 p.m. in Chicago; if convicted, he faces up to 20 years in prison. The investigation remains active as authorities piece together the full scope of the conspiracy. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/25cb2e2a004503d1