Opinion ID: 151938
Heading Depth: 2
Heading Rank: 3

Heading: Daniel Riley

Text: Daniel Riley learned of Edward and Elaine Brown's problems with federal law enforcement in February 2007. Between March and September of that year, he traveled repeatedly from his home in Cohoes, New York, to the Browns' Plainfield property and was described as the Browns' very good friend. Riley posted an Internet video on March 2, 2007, expressing support for the Browns' revolution against the thieving international bankers who control [the U.S.] government and are out to destroy [the] country. Riley pledged to give the couple a few things to aid in their resistance. As he had pledged, Riley brought a 12-gauge shotgun and other weapons with him to the Plainfield property. As the standoff continued, Riley helped get firearms and explosives for the Browns in anticipation of a violent struggle with law enforcement. Riley coordinated his and Gonzalez's May purchase of two rifles and instructed Gonzalez that only one of the weapons would be needed for the house. Riley asked Gonzalez if Edward Brown wanted more ammunition. Riley also manufactured a series of explosive booby traps, some of which he personally deployed around the Browns' property. Riley attempted to persuade Gonzalez to return to the Browns' property. On July 20, about a month after Gonzalez had returned to Texas, Riley e-mailed him, urging, We have a war to win and we need everybody. Riley repeatedly expressed his willingness to use lethal force to protect the Browns. On July 28, Riley e-mailed several individuals, including Gonzalez, to report that everyone on the property was at battle stations after hearing noises in the woods. The next day, again believing that the marshals were preparing to arrest the Browns, Riley called into a radio show from inside the Browns' home and informed listeners that supporters were on high alert, had their guns unchambered, and were prepared to go toe to toe with the USMS to resist tyranny and protect the Browns. Riley sent another e-mail in August 2007 in which he stated that the number one most important thing the Browns needed was people to come and stand to their death, if necessary, to save our country ..., but no homos, lol. U.S. Marshals arrested Riley in Cohoes on September 12, 2007. A search of his residence revealed a rifle signed by Edward Brown and Randy Weaver.