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Scotsman Sentenced for Terror Threats and Explosive Plans

3/13/2026

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Curtis Ross, a 24-year-old from Methil, Scotland, received a life sentence for threatening behavior and alarming statements about terrorism.
In a Snapchat chat, he said he would make the 9/11 attacks look like a Teletubbies episode.
Police raided his home and found a drawing labeled "Project Payback", materials for homemade explosives, and violent messages.
The court deemed him high risk and imposed a lifelong restriction order for supervision after release.

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Story summary

Curtis Ross, a 24-year-old from Methil, Scotland, received a life sentence for threatening behavior and alarming statements about terrorism.
In a Snapchat chat, he said he would make the 9/11 attacks look like a Teletubbies episode.
Police raided his home and found a drawing labeled "Project Payback", materials for homemade explosives, and violent messages.
The court deemed him high risk and imposed a lifelong restriction order for supervision after release.