North Merrick man indicted for terrorism over alleged plotted Uniondale attack

A North Merrick man was indicted for terrorism and a slew of other charges on Nov. 13 after allegedly plotting to attack the Nassau County Department of Social Services building in Uniondale, District Attorney Anne Donnelly announced.

James Luca, 46, allegedly attempted to detonate a homemade bomb he placed at the front doors of the building in a supposed “twisted revenge plot,” Donnelly said.

“It is the first time that this gravely serious offense has ever been charged in Nassau County,” Donnelly said at a news conference following the indictment.

In addition to terrorism, Luca was charged with criminal possession of a weapon, conspiracy and obstruction of governmental duties by means of a bomb destructive device, explosive or hazardous substance, the DA said. He faces up to 25 years to life in prison if convicted, according to the DA.

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