Two men from Florida have been arrested after being accused of planning a mass shooting and making terroristic threats. Isaiah Oglesby, 23, and James Thomas Goolsby, 25, were taken into custody on Monday after an investigation linked them to alarming social media posts.
How the Investigation Began
The investigation started when the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) received a tip from Goolsby’s girlfriend. She had become suspicious of her boyfriend’s posts on Instagram. The tip was then forwarded to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, which took over the investigation.
Social Media Posts and Evidence
Federal investigators confirmed that the social media accounts linked to the men were real, and they began gathering evidence. According to the criminal complaint, the men were planning an attack, and their posts revealed disturbing conversations.
Oglesby allegedly initiated the conversation by asking Goolsby, “Wanna plan an attack?” He also posted messages expressing his hate for the government and politicians, such as, “It better be a bloodbath of every corrupt politician in Capital Hill.”
Violent Messages and Threats
The conversations between the two men contained further troubling details. Oglesby allegedly said, “So, when are we going to bomb the White House?” In response, Goolsby seemed to support the idea, stating, “Totally, dude, skibidi massacre.”
The posts included extreme hatred for different groups, with antisemitic remarks and violent intentions toward other religions. Goolsby was also said to have expressed a desire to harm a mosque.
Charges and Arrests
The investigation revealed that the threats were made last July. Oglesby and Goolsby were arrested in Pinellas County and charged with making terroristic threats and threatening to carry out a mass shooting.
Oglesby is being held on a $150,000 bond, while Goolsby’s bond is set at $200,000. Their upcoming court dates have not been disclosed.
This case highlights the importance of monitoring online behavior and the role that tips from the public can play in preventing violent actions. The quick response from authorities helped stop a potential tragedy before it could unfold. The two men now face serious legal consequences for their alleged plans.
