HOUSTON (AP) — A Texas man accused of attempting to sneak out of the country with restricted U.S. military documents, money and equipment in order to join al-Qaida was convicted Monday of trying to help the terrorist organization.
Barry Walter Bujol Jr. was convicted of attempting to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization and aggravated identity theft. He faces up to 20 years in prison when he is sentenced.
Bujol, who is a U.S. citizen, represented himself at his trial.
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Texas man convicted of trying to leave U.S. to help al-Qaida
November 14, 2011