[WestCoastGal]

I guess we would know if they publish his name. I'm surprised they didn't give the usual blurb that it's not related to terrorism.

[StillProud2BeFree]

The name wouldn't really solve it. Al Qaeda has been actively recruiting individuals who do not meet their standard demographic profile. They are looking for light skinned, blondes and red heads, with blue or green eyes. They are less likely to arouse suspicion.

Another possible explanation for tattoos that don't fit is the permanency of tattoos. A convert, either from the prison system or elsewhere, may have a tattoo from a previous lifestyle that does not mesh with the jihadi image. It may be left intact even if they have the ability to alter or remove it so as to stay under the radar so to speak.

I'm not saying that's the case - but it's wise to consider all possible explanations until they have been ruled out.