The Newburgh Sting
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The Newburgh Sting

The FBI targets a Muslim community in Newburgh, New York and arrests four men in 2009 during a sting operation, claiming they tried to help a Pakistan...i business man, who was working with the FBI, with terrorist attacks.
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The Newburgh Sting is a compelling documentary that sheds light on a controversial FBI operation that took place in 2009 in Newburgh, New York. The film explores the targeting of a Muslim community, where four men were arrested under accusations of planning terrorist attacks.

The documentary delves into the events surrounding the FBI sting operation, in which the agency claimed that the men had attempted to assist a Pakistani businessman, who was working as an informant for the FBI, with planning and executing terrorist acts. The arrests were seen as a major victory in the fight against terrorism, but the film raises questions about the methods employed by the FBI and the impact they have on communities.

Through interviews with the arrested men, their families, and community members, the film shines a critical light on the questionable tactics employed by the FBI during the operation. It highlights the use of coercion and manipulation, as well as the role of informants, in obtaining incriminating evidence.

The Newburgh Sting provides a thought-provoking exploration of the balance between national security and civil liberties, shedding light on the often overlooked consequences of counterterrorism efforts. It challenges viewers to question the ethics of law enforcement tactics and invites a deeper examination of the issues surrounding counterterrorism operations today.

Also Known As:

The Newburgh Sting

Release Date:

20 Apr 2014

Writers:

David Heilbroner

Awards:

2 wins & 1 nomination.

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