Michael Kider, known as the 'hacker from Ashkelon,' was extradited from Norway to the United States and brought to an Orlando court, according to Asaf Rozentzweig (N12). The indictment accuses him of threatening Jewish community institutions, with a potential sentence of up to 35 years.
Michael Kider, known as the 'hacker from Ashkelon', has been extradited from Norway to the United States and appeared in a federal court in Orlando, Florida. The indictment, reported by N12 journalist Asaf Rozentzweig, accuses him of threatening Jewish community institutions. If convicted, he faces up to 35 years in prison.
As The Zioneer reported earlier this morning (Tue 03:24 Jerusalem), the extradition process had been completed. This update confirms his appearance in court. The case originates from a series of threats against Jewish institutions allegedly made by Kider, who was arrested in Norway and fought extradition. The specific nature of the threats and the institutions targeted remain details of the indictment.
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