Former Chapel Hill officer Christopher Gillum released after grand jury decision following alleged New Orleans festival attack plot.
WHO:Christopher Gillum, 45, former Chapel Hill police officer
WHAT:Released from custody after a grand jury decision in a case tied to alleged terroristic threats and a planned mass attack plot
WHEN:Aug 14, 2026 at 11:12 AM ET
WHERE:Destin, Florida
WHY:He was arrested over alleged terroristic threats and a planned mass shooting targeting a New Orleans festival; a grand jury decision led to his release.
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