Trans gunman caught in alleged casino terror plot with huge cache of weapons as cops release chilling footage

Las Vegas cops busted a transgender gunman who allegedly planned a casino massacre using a huge cache of weapons.Allison Howlett, 36, who was born a man but lives as a woman, was arrested Saturday on charges of making terroristic threats, assault with a deadly weapon, auto theft, gun theft and other offenses.The wild story unfolded shortly after 9:30 a.m.Saturday when Howlett’s former spouse called police to report Howlett had stolen her car and the vehicle held numerous firearms, Henderson Police Chief Reggie Rader said.The former spouse said Howlett intended to commit “suicide by cop” or carry out a mass shooting, Radar said.Howlett’s ex was tracking her stolen car on her phone and led cops to it where it was parked in a garage at Sunset Station hotel, the top cop said.

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By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.Never miss a story As officers approached the vehicle Howlett blasted music over the car’s stereo and refused commands to exit.She did, however, ask cops for a drink of water.Shocking video of the of the ensuring interaction shows officers surrounding the vehicle dragging Howlett from the car, as she reached for a bottle of water ostensibly offered by the clever cops.“Officers were eventually able to establish communication and convince her to roll down her window during negotiations,” said Rader.“When she asked for water, the quick-thinking officers developed a plan to take her into custody as an opportunity arose when she reached for the water,” he explained.

“Officers used that moment to gain control of her hands and remove her from the vehicle.”“Ow, OK, I’ll get out,” said Howlett as an officer grabbed one of her hands.Rader said cops stunned Howlett with a Taser while she being taken into custody.The officers were shocked to see th...