Alabama man arrested with weapons, ammo, body armor after threatening violence against synagogues

An Alabama man was arrested with weapons, a suitcase full of ammunition, and body armor after threatening violence against synagogues in his home state and surrounding states.

Jeremy Wayne Shoemaker, 33, of Needham, Ala., was arrested on Tuesday, according to authorities, CNN reported.

The FBI and local law enforcement "were notified of credible threats of violence made against multiple synagogues throughout Alabama and surrounding states," according to the Clarke County Sheriff’s Office.

"Further investigation revealed that the subject had intentions of not being taken alive and was possibly planning attacks on public figures as well. This is an ongoing investigation which will involve numerous federal agencies and multiple federal charges are likely. Local charges include resisting arrest and certain persons forbidden," the sheriff's office added.