NewsWFLA News Channel 8 (Florida)August 13, 2026Hillsborough
Former law enforcement officer released after grand jury declines to indict in New Orleans attack plot
A former law enforcement officer accused of planning a mass shooting targeting Black people at a New Orleans festival was released from custody this summer. The release followed a grand jury's determination that there was insufficient evidence to support criminal charges.
Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8 (Florida)Why It Matters
The case involves the legal status of an individual accused of planning a racially motivated mass casualty event, which directly impacts public safety and the judicial process regarding domestic terrorism allegations.
Key Facts
- A former law enforcement officer was released from custody during the summer.
- The individual was previously accused of planning a mass shooting targeting Black people at a New Orleans festival.
- A grand jury reviewed the evidence regarding the alleged plot.
- The grand jury concluded there was insufficient evidence to bring criminal charges against the individual.
Who's Mentioned
personDylan Utley“Attorney for Christopher Gillum.”personKatherine Schweit“Former Chicago prosecutor and FBI executive.”personJonathan Guidry“Foreperson for the grand jury.”locationNew Orleans“Location of the alleged planned attack.”personJeff Jackson“North Carolina Attorney General.”personNazneen Ahmed“Spokesperson for the North Carolina Attorney General.”personLiz Murrill“Louisiana Attorney General.”personChristopher Gillum“Former law enforcement officer accused of plotting a mass shooting.”personLester Duhe“Spokesperson for the Louisiana Attorney General.”other45“Age of Christopher Gillum.”personByron Tucker“Spokesperson for the Alamance County Sheriff’s Office.”