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Man Accused of Terrorism and Threats in Bloomington | Peoria News
A 36-year-old man from Bloomington, Joel Perez, is facing serious charges after allegedly making terrifying threats—including kidnapping and eating an officer like Hannibal Lecter—during a July incident. He’s also accused of plotting to bomb the county jail’s recreation yard. With a history of mental instability and a prior record, the judge denied his pretrial release. Charges include terrorism, threatening a public official, false 911 reports, and misdemeanor assault. If convicted on all counts, he could face up to 15 years in prison. His arraignment is set for August 14. Listen in…
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