David Coleman Headley
David Coleman Headley is a Pakistani-American terrorist and key conspirator in the 2008 Mumbai attacks, which resulted in the deaths of 166 people, including six Americans. He was arrested in 2009 and later pleaded guilty to charges related to the attacks, providing critical testimony that linked other conspirators, including Tahawwur Rana, to the planning and execution of the attacks. Headley's involvement in the attacks has made him a significant figure in discussions about terrorism and international security.
Born on Jun 30, 1960 (64 years old)
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David Coleman Headley was the main handler for Sajid Mir and changed his name to facilitate his activities on behalf of the 26/11 attackers.
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David Coleman Headley visited the LeT training facility where the perpetrators of the 26/11 attack were trained.
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David Coleman Headley is identified as the main conspirator of the 26/11 attacks.
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India:
David Coleman Headley is identified as the primary plotter of the 26/11 attacks and is associated with Tahawwur Rana.
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India:
David Coleman Headley played a key role in the 2008 attacks and is a close associate of Tahawwur Hussain Rana.
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David Coleman Headley is known for surveying locations prior to the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
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India:
David Coleman Headley conducted reconnaissance missions ahead of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.
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Alleged conspirator Tahawwur Rana told co-conspirator David Coleman Headley that Indians 'deserved it'.
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India:
David Coleman Headley is another accused in the 26/11 attacks and is currently serving a prison sentence in the US.
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David Coleman Headley is suspected to have recruited sleeper cells involved in the 26/11 conspiracy.
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