Federal authorities say a store clerk’s tip helped lead to the arrest of Gregory Vandenberg, a former Navy SEAL, over an alleged plan to attack police with explosives during protests associated with the “No Kings” event. According to the reports, the investigation began after the clerk reported hearing Vandenberg describe intentions to use explosives against law enforcement. Federal agents then took action and identified Vandenberg as the person linked to the threat.
Both outlets describe the plot as aimed at law enforcement during a public demonstration, and both attribute the lead to information provided by the store clerk. The accounts present the allegations as unproven at this stage, based on what federal authorities claim. The reports do not provide additional detail on the specific date of the alleged plot, the evidence seized, or whether charges have been filed, beyond stating that authorities move forward with a case following the tip and subsequent investigation.
