Court Papers Detail Terror Arrest Charges

Court Papers Detail Charges Against Alleged Terror Backers Arrested in Florida, New York

Two American citizens facing a terrorism charge one a doctor and the other a self-described martial arts expert became enthusiastic followers of al-Qaida and Osama bin Laden before their arrests, according to court papers released Monday.
Dr. Rafiq Abdus Sabir, 50, of Boca Raton, Fla., and Tarik Shah, 42, of New York,were arrested Friday on a charge they conspired to provide material support to al-Qaida, an FBI agent said.
If convicted, each could face a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison and a fine up to $250,000.