PHILADELPHIA: A US teen from Pakistan is in secret US custody, accused of trying to help recruit terrorists for a woman known as “Jihad Jane,” according to a source close to the family.

Charges filed last month accuse the 17-year-old of helping Colleen LaRose in her alleged efforts to incite an Islamic holy war.

The high school graduate had accepted a full scholarship to Johns Hopkins University, according to the source.

Now, the teen is in custody at a youth facility in Berks County, Pa. He could have his case moved to adult court when he turns 18 next month.

A law-enforcement source confirmed the details to The Associated Press. Both sources spoke on condition of anonymity because they aren't authorized to speak publicly about the case.