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Mesa 18-year-old held on $500,000 bond after threat charges

Damien Bedonie, 18, was arrested by Mesa police on Oct. 6 and charged with making terrorist threats. Authorities allege he was planning a mass shooting; he is being held on a $500,000 cash-only bond.

Mesa 18-year-old held on $500,000 bond after threat charges
An 18-year-old Mesa resident has been charged with making terrorist threats after authorities alleged he was planning a mass shooting. Mesa police arrested Damien Bedonie on Oct. 6, according to court records and statements. He was being held on a $500,000 cash-only bond as of Oct. 8. The allegations have not been proven in court.

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