Irving imam, who has denounced extremism, threatened in ISIS videos
A prominent Dallas-area imam, Omar Suleiman, has received at least two death threats in lengthy videos that appear to come from the violent extremist group known as ISIS or Islamic State.
Suleiman is now in contact with FBI officials, he said. The Irving-based, New Orleans-born imam believes he has been targeted because of his moderate views, his condemnation of ISIS and his ecumenical work to help foster a greater understanding of Islam.
A spokeswoman for the FBI would not confirm or deny an investigation. But a Dallas-area security consultant said he believes the videos constitute a real threat from ISIS. And a former FBI agent said such threats should be taken seriously.
The Arabic headline in one video reads "Kill the imams of the disbelief,” said Suleiman and the security consultant Mohamed Elibiary. Both men are fluent in Arabic.
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