Please see the attached information regarding the FBI Investigation that led to the arrests of suspects planning a terror attack in Ferndale. As of right now, this is still an ongoing investigation with the FBI. 

Ferndale, Mich.— On Friday, October 31, 2025, the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) executed search warrants and arrested suspects who were conspiring to commit an act of terrorism in the city of Ferndale. Testimony contained in the criminal complaint released by the FBI details evidence that an attack was to be carried out over the Halloween weekend. It is also suspected that clubs frequented by the LGBTQ+ community were potential targets.

The Ferndale Police Department was in communication with the FBI Detroit Office immediately following the execution of the search warrants and arrest of the subjects named in the complaint. The FBI assured our department that there was no active threat to our community.

As this is an FBI investigation, further questions regarding this incident should be directed to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Michigan. The criminal complaint can be viewed in its entirety at https://bit.ly/49AY2R3.

I want to personally thank the men and women of the FBI. If it wasn’t for their vigilance, the terror attacks we see on the news would have come to our doorstep. No community is immune to violence. I appreciate our continued partnership with the FBI and all of our law enforcement partners.

This is an important reminder that everyone plays a role in keeping our neighborhoods safe. Law enforcement is always working to protect our communities, but we cannot do it without help from our community members. Remember to remain vigilant, if you see something, say something.

Ferndale remains a community that welcomes its LGBTQ+ neighbors and stands firmly against any discrimination or violence targeted towards people based on individual characteristics. We strongly condemn acts of intolerance and will continue to be a city where all are welcome and belong.

Thank you,

Dennis M. Emmi
Chief of Police, Ferndale Police Department
248-546-2388
demmi@ferndalepolice.org