Fort Lauderdale, Fla. — Two siblings from Tampa have been indicted over their involvement in an explosive device incident at MacDill Air Force Base. On March 16, a suspicious package triggered a major investigation by the FBI, especially since MacDill is crucial for U.S. military operations in the Middle East. Alen Zheng has fled to China, while his sister, Ann Mary Zheng, is in custody facing serious charges including witness tampering. This case highlights increasing security concerns around military bases amid regional conflicts.
Siblings Charged in Plot Involving Explosive Device at Air Force Base
A brother and sister face federal charges after an explosive device was found near MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, leading to a major investigation.
In a serious incident, siblings Alen Zheng, 20, and Ann Mary Zheng, 27, have been charged after an explosive device was discovered outside MacDill Air Force Base. Alen is currently at large in China, while Ann is in custody charged with witness tampering. The FBI is continuing to investigate the incident, which has heightened alert at the base due to ongoing tensions in the region.
