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Woman Charged with Crypto Support for Terror Group | Rochester News
A woman in Irondequoit, Catherine Beth Washburn, faces serious federal charges for allegedly sending over $30,000 in crypto to a supposed fighter for Palestine Islamic Jihad, accused of providing material support to a foreign terrorist organization. FBI evidence includes messages discussing attacks on Israel, weapons, and anti-Jewish rhetoric, even referencing “October seventh.” She’s also linked to a group called DAMPL, described as promoting “direct action” against Israeli-linked targets. Washburn, currently jailed, could face up to 20 years and a $250,000 fine if convicted — a case that…
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