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Idaho: Police Discovered Homemade Explosive Device in Residence; Rendered Safe

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Potlatch: On 22 May 2026, the Spokane Explosives Disposal Unit (EDU) responded to a private residence on 6th Street in Potlatch, ID, after a suspected device was found during the execution of a search warrant by the Latah County Sheriff’s Office. The Spokane EDU rendered the device safe, describing it as a small homemade explosive, and confirmed that there was no risk to the surrounding area. The investigation remains ongoing.

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Marine Flare Washes Up on Beach; Removed Safely

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Fripp Island: On 21 May 2026, a U.S. Marine Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team responded to a request for assistance from the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office after a marine flare washed ashore at Fripp Island, SC. The flare was identified as an 18‑by‑3‑inch Mk 25 Mod 4 Marine Marker nominally filled with red phosphorus; however, this particular marker had already been expended. The EOD team recovered the spent flare and added it to their ordnance library for training purposes.

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Pennsylvania: M-Type Explosive Used at Intersection, Explosives Recovered in Vehicle; Two Arrested

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Catasauqua: On 19 May 2026, at approximately 0912 local time, Pennsylvania State Police and Catasauqua Borough Police cordoned off an area along the 600‑block of 3rd Street in Catasauqua, PA, after receiving reports of an explosion. The explosion occurred approximately a half‑block from a polling location; however, no evidence has connected the incident to election‑related activities.

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Texas: Lake Lewisville Area Secured After Pipe Bomb Found; Rendered Safe

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Lewisville: On 18 May 2026, the Lewisville Police Department and the Denton Police and Fire Departments’ Bomb Squad responded to Lake Park at Lake Lewisville on Sandy Beach Road after a beachgoer discovered a suspicious device along the shoreline. Bomb technicians confirmed it was a pipe bomb and destroyed it at the scene. Police suspect the device may have been intended for illegal use to kill fish for easier catches.

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Texas: Suspected Incendiary Device Found in Vehicle; Removed, One Arrested

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Abingdon: On 18 May 2026, during a traffic stop, the Abingdon Police Department discovered a possible incendiary device inside the vehicle of a 40‑year‑old suspect along the 200‑block of Bradley Street Southwest in Abingdon, TX. Nearby homes and businesses were evacuated while police investigated the suspicious device. The suspect was arrested on charges including possession or use of a firebomb or explosive device, providing false identity to law enforcement, and a probation violation. The device was removed and the scene was cleared.

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Virginia: Explosive Device Discovered in Vehicle; Removed Safely, One Arrested

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Stanley: On 16 May 2026, the Page County Sheriff’s Office responded to a welfare check at a residence on Lucas Hollow Road in Stanley, VA. A witness reported that a male suspect had been screeching tires and that two loud explosions were heard in front of the residence. While searching the area, deputies located the suspect’s vehicle and observed a suspected explosive device inside. Deputies secured the area and contacted the Virginia State Police Bomb Unit, which arrived with bomb technicians and a K‑9. The device was safely removed.

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Massachusetts: Pipe Bomb Found Near Pond Safely Removed

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Lakeville: On 16 May 2026, at approximately 1238 local time, the Lakeville Police Department and the Massachusetts State Police (MSP) Bomb Squad responded to Egger Bog Pond on Highland Road in Lakeville, MA, after a concerned citizen discovered a pipe bomb in the area. The pipe bomb, constructed of PVC, was found near the edge of the pond, in a mostly residential area. The MSP Bomb Squad confirmed it was a pipe bomb and disposed of it safely. The origin of the device remains under investigation.

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Missouri: FBI Charges Suspect on Explosives Charges; One Arrested

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Richmond: On 14 May 2026, a 26‑year‑old suspect met with an undercover law enforcement officer and brought two improvised explosive devices constructed from small alcohol bottles filled with black powder, packed with steel BBs, wrapped in duct tape, and equipped with a fuse. The suspect provided the devices to the undercover officer, which were later tested by the FBI and determined to be viable and capable of causing serious injury, death, or property damage. The suspect was reported to be a member of a group engaged in anti‑U.S.

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California: Police Recovered 130 M-Type Explosives During Search; One Arrested[

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Modesto: On 5 May 2026, Modesto Police served a search warrant at the residence of a 21‑year‑old suspect on Brandy Court in Modesto, CA, after social media videos posted by the suspect showed him igniting M‑type explosives, which are illegal fireworks. During the search, police recovered 130 M‑type fireworks, 311 pounds of illegal fireworks, 13 firearms, and 13 pairs of brass knuckles.

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Missouri: Explosion at Residence Deemed an IED Detonation; One Arrested[

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Odessa: On 4 May 2026, at approximately 0340 local time, Odessa Police, along with the FBI, the Missouri State Highway Patrol Bomb Squad, the Lafayette County Drug Task Force, the Missouri State Fire Marshal’s Office, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, responded to a four-unit quadplex residence on East Otway Street following reports of a loud blast coming from one of the units. Investigators determined, based on chemical residue and recovered components, that the blast was caused by an improvised explosive device (IED).

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