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Couple Sentenced for Terror Plot Against Retired Officer

12/19/2025

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Damian Duffy, 56, and Shea Reynolds, 31, were sentenced after planning an attack on a retired police officer by installing a wildlife camera in his driveway.
They were convicted of six terror-related offences, including preparation for terrorist acts.
Damian Duffy received a 12.5-year sentence with a five-year extension.
Shea Reynolds received an 11.5-year sentence with a five-year extension.
Judge Patricia Smyth described the case as a very grave matter.

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Story summary

Damian Duffy, 56, and Shea Reynolds, 31, were sentenced after planning an attack on a retired police officer by installing a wildlife camera in his driveway.
They were convicted of six terror-related offences, including preparation for terrorist acts.
Damian Duffy received a 12.5-year sentence with a five-year extension.
Shea Reynolds received an 11.5-year sentence with a five-year extension.
Judge Patricia Smyth described the case as a very grave matter.