Rocklin Man Charged in White House Attack Plot: What We Know About the Alleged Drone and Firearms Conspiracy

A 38-year-old Rocklin resident is being held in Sacramento County Main Jail without bail eligibility after being charged in connection with an alleged domestic terror plot targeting a major event at the White House. Christopher Perry was arrested on August 17 and faces multiple federal charges including being a felon in possession of a firearm and destruction of records. According to federal court documents filed August 7, Perry was part of a network of approximately 20 conspirators who coordinated through encrypted messaging platforms like Signal to plan the attack.

The alleged plot involved an exceptionally detailed and violent scheme. Conspirators allegedly planned to fly drones loaded with explosives over the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House on June 14, 2026, with the intention of creating panic and directing attendees in a specific direction. Once the crowd was in position, members of the conspiracy planned to open fire on the panicked event attendees. Perry participated actively in Signal group chats under the username“Chrisp87”and made statements expressing support for the attack, including suggestions to use“decoys and distractions”as part of the plan.

When federal investigators contacted Perry on June 12, just two days before the event, he denied any involvement. However, authorities later discovered that Perry had deleted his Signal messages and removed the app entirely from his phone following that FBI contact. A search of his residence revealed photos of Perry holding firearms, and his own father confirmed to investigators that Perry kept a rifle and handgun at home. Perry has prior felony convictions for burglary and possession with intent to sell illegal substances. A preliminary federal court hearing is scheduled for August 31. What questions do you have about how these online conspiracies are identified and tracked by law enforcement?