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Virginia man arrested after FBI uncovers massive cache of explosives

By FOX 5 DC Digital Team
Published  December 31, 2024 10:44pm EST
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FBI busts Virginia man with large cache of homemade explosives

A Virginia man was arrested after investigators uncovered hundreds of explosives at his home. Court docs say it could be the largest cache of explosives the FBI has ever confiscated.

The Brief

    • A Virginia man was arrested after the FBI discovered a large cache of explosives, weapons, and ammunition at his home.
    • Court documents allege Brad Spafford used images of President Joe Biden for target practice and made threats against Democratic lawmakers.
    • Investigators claim Spafford possessed an unregistered short-barrel rifle and had a "go box" prepared with weapons and supplies for emergencies.

What we know

A Virginia man has been arrested after federal agents discovered what may be the largest cache of explosives ever confiscated by the FBI, according to court documents. 

Brad Spafford, of Smithfield, Virginia, is accused of stockpiling hundreds of explosives, weapons, and ammunition and making threats against Democratic lawmakers.

Federal investigators allege Spafford used pictures of President Joe Biden for target practice at a shooting range and created a "go box" filled with weapons, medical supplies, and food for quick access in an emergency.

Authorities say Spafford also possessed an unregistered short-barrel rifle, a federal offense, and admitted to making homemade ammunition and explosives. A confidential informant reported that Spafford disfigured his hand in a 2021 incident involving a homemade explosive device.

Spafford remains in custody as federal authorities continue to investigate.

The Source: The information in this report came from FBI court documents. 

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