PHILADELPHIA (September 17, 2025)—Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and First Assistant Robert Listenbee announced on Wednesday that Muhyyee-Ud-din Abdul-Rahman (DOB 3/15/06) was convicted by a Philadelphia jury of terrorism-related charges for his role in the attempted production of weapons of mass destruction and possession of explosive materials.
Muhyyee-Ud-din Abdul-Rahman was found guilty of:
- Attempted Possession of Weapon of Mass Destruction (F2)
- Possession of Explosive or Incendiary Materials (F3)
- Risking Catastrophe (F3)
- Recklessly Endangering Another Person (REAP) (M2)
The investigation into Muhyyee-Ud-din Abdul-Rahman’s activities began in 2023, when the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Joint Terrorism Task Force discovered that the defendant was in frequent communication through social media with a Syrian terror group called Katibat al Tawhid wal Jihad, or KTJ. As federal investigators began scrutinizing the defendant’s activities more closely, they observed the defendant purchasing tactical gear and bomb-making ingredients and testing homemade explosives near his family’s residence in the city’s Wynnefield section. On one occasion, the defendant also tested a highly unstable and dangerous explosive mixture called TATP, also known as “the Mother of Satan.”
Federal investigators also uncovered evidence of the defendant’s intention to attack a variety of possible targets, including the Philadelphia Pride Parade and other local parade routes, Lincoln University, the Army Navy Football game, the Valley Forge Military Academy, nuclear power plants in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and more.
He was arrested on August 11, 2023 and later held on five million dollars bail while awaiting trial.
“This defendant posed a serious threat to his community, the city at-large, other jurisdictions, and even overseas locations,” said District Attorney Krasner. “I want to thank First Assistant Robert Listenbee, who personally tried this case, and Assistant District Attorney Christopher Angelo, Supervisor of the DAO’s Juvenile Unit, for the successful prosecution of this matter. I also thank the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force for their detailed and thorough investigation. I am also grateful to the jury for holding this defendant appropriately accountable for his actions, which could have resulted in unimaginable tragedy if left unchecked.”
“Protecting the United States from terrorist attacks remains our top priority,” said Wayne A. Jacobs, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Philadelphia Field Office. “The swift and thorough coordination of law enforcement throughout this investigation disrupted a significant threat. Moments like this highlight the strength of our law enforcement partnerships and our unwavering commitment to safeguarding our communities. It is a privilege to serve alongside our partners at the Philadelphia Police Department, the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, the Pennsylvania State Police, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and I want to thank the men and woman of the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force for their continued service to our country and their vital role in protecting our city.”
CONTACT:
Dustin Slaughter, [email protected]
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