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Eco-Terrorist Pleads Guilty to Attacks on Electrical Substations

CBS News
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Article Source: CBS News

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  • Cameron Monte Smith, a Canadian citizen, admitted to shooting at energy infrastructure in both North Dakota and South Dakota.
  • Smith’s actions in May 2023 caused a power outage affecting over 240 people, with damages exceeding $1.2 million.
  • In South Dakota, his attack in July 2022 disrupted the Keystone Pipeline, causing nearly $500,000 in damage.
  • Smith pleaded guilty to two counts of destruction of an energy facility, facing up to 20 years in prison for each count, along with potential fines. His actions were described as deliberate attacks on critical infrastructure. Read More

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