A recent review of court records has shed new light on the personal life of a New Orleans man accused of making terrorist threats, revealing a pattern of financial struggles and a history of divorce.
Federal authorities arrested the 34-year-old defendant in June on charges of making death threats against a former local TV news reporter, among other allegations. The court records, obtained by the Times-Picayune, provide insight into the suspect’s tumultuous personal life, which may have contributed to his struggles with employment and relationships.
The defendant, who was previously married twice, filed for divorce from his second spouse in 2016. The divorce was finalized last year, but the exact reasons for the split are not publicly disclosed.
The court records also show that the defendant has had ongoing financial issues, including a history of missed mortgage payments and evictions. In 2017, he was threatened with foreclosure on his home, which he ultimately lost in 2018.
Furthermore, the records indicate that the defendant has been behind on his tax payments and has owed thousands of dollars in back child support for his children. The records also reveal that he has been involved in several contract disputes and has had difficulty keeping a steady job.
It is unclear at this time whether the defendant’s personal struggles played a role in the alleged terrorist threats. However, the court records do suggest that the suspect may have been under significant stress and financial strain in the months leading up to his arrest.