Gen. Petraeus: Times Square bomber is a lone wolf, not part of larger terror organization

Gen. Petraeus: Times Square bomber acted alone

WASHINGTON — Gen. David Petraeus says the Times Square bombing suspect is a “lone wolf” terrorist who did not work with others.

The general who oversees the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan tells The Associated Press that alleged bomber Faisal Shahzad was inspired by militants in Pakistan, but didn’t have direct contact with them.

Authorities say Shahzad told investigators he went to a terror training camp in Pakistan, but they have yet to confirm that.

Shahzad is a U.S. citizen, accused of an attempted terror attack nearly a week ago in New York’s Times Square. He was caught late Monday night trying to leave the country.