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Texas: Explosive Materials Discovered in a Private Residence; Rendered Safe

Submitted by kfitz0363 on Fri, 10/09/2026 - 11:59

Wimberley: On 17 September 2026, around 0830 local time, the Hays County Sheriff’s Office, Hays County Fire Marshal’s Office, Hays County Office of Emergency Services, Austin Police Department Bomb Squad, and ATF responded to suspected military-type and homemade explosive materials found at a private residence located on Fischer Store Road in Wimberley, TX. The materials were discovered on the property of a recently deceased 40-year-old male. Bomb technicians evaluated the items and rendered safe with controlled detonations.

Michigan: Two Live Grenades Found at a Private Residence; Removed

Submitted by kfitz0363 on Fri, 10/09/2026 - 11:57

Hemlock: On 17 September 2026, the Richland Township Police Department and Michigan State Police (MSP) Bomb Squad responded after two grenades were found in a private residence located on Sandridge Drive in Hemlock, MI. MSP Bomb Squad reported both grenades were live and operable; they removed them. The homeowner where the grenades were found was recently deceased, and police are not looking for additional suspects.

Montana: Police Discover Homemade Explosive Near Walking Bridge; Removed

Submitted by kfitz0363 on Fri, 10/09/2026 - 11:53

Kalispell: On 16 September 2026, the Missoula County Sheriff's Office Explosives Ordnance Disposal (MCSEOD) and Flathead County Sheriff's Office responded to an explosive device near an unspecified walking bridge in Kalispell, MT. MCSEOD inspected the device, determined it was a small homemade explosive, and took possession of it for disposal. The investigation is ongoing.

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Maryland: Bomb Squad Responds to an Unexploded Grenade; Removed

Submitted by kfitz0363 on Fri, 10/09/2026 - 11:41

Essex: On 16 September 2026, around 1130 local time, the Baltimore County Police Department (BCPD) and BCPD Hazardous Devices Team (HDT) responded to an unexploded ordnance discovered near a private residence on Delaware Avenue in Essex, MD. Police inspected the device and determined it was an unexploded grenade. BCPD HDT removed the device. No further information, including whether it was a live grenade, was released. The investigation is ongoing.

Nebraska: Suspect Detonated an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in His Home; One Injured, One Arrested

Submitted by kfitz0363 on Fri, 10/09/2026 - 11:38

Imperial: On 13 September 2026, a 34-year-old male suspect detonated an explosive in his home in Imperial, NE; he sought medical treatment for injuries following the explosion. The Imperial Police were contacted on 14 September by a juvenile who witnessed the incident. During a search of the residence, police discovered damage consistent with an explosion, explosive materials, a cylinder device believed to be tied to making the explosives, and a video of the suspect attempting to place unidentified objects inside a metal pipe.

Ohio: WWII-Era Ordnance Found in a Garage During Cleaning; Removed

Submitted by kfitz0363 on Fri, 10/09/2026 - 11:36

Salem: On 9 September 2026, around 1752 local time, Salem Police and Fire Departments and the Youngstown Bomb Squad responded to an unexploded 37mm anti-tank round found in a garage on West 12th Street in Salem, OH. The WWII-era ordnance was found while the garage and home were being cleaned after the owner died. The bomb squad removed the ordnance for later destruction.

Rhode Island: Grenade Discovered in a Shed; Removed

Submitted by kfitz0363 on Fri, 10/09/2026 - 11:33

Cranston: On 2 September 2026, around 1305 local time, the Cranston Police Department, Rhode Island Bomb Squad (RIBS), firefighters, and unspecified military units responded to a grenade found in a shed on Wilbur Avenue in Cranston, RI. The grenade was discovered inside a metal container while the residence and property were being cleaned out. RIBS safely removed the grenade and transported it to their facility for safe disposal.

Indiana: Homemade Firework Discovered at a Private Residence; Removed

Submitted by NL0387 on Tue, 09/29/2026 - 12:25

Jeffersonville: On 15 September 2026, in the afternoon, Jeffersonville Police Department and Louisville (KY) Metro Police Department (LMPD) Hazardous Device Unit responded to a suspicious device found at a private residence on Mechanic Street in Jeffersonville, IN. Police established a perimeter while LMPD Hazardous Device Unit inspected the device, identifying it as a large homemade firework and removed it. They assessed it had been in that location for some time. The area was declared clear.

Illinois: Firework Exploded While Held by Victim; One Injured

Submitted by NL0387 on Tue, 09/29/2026 - 12:23

East Moline: On 12 September 2026, around 1430 local time, Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office, Genesis EMS, and fire crews from Carbon Cliff/Barstow and Hampton responded to a fireworks incident at a private residence on Route 84 North in East Moline, IL. A 41-year-old victim was holding a firework when it exploded, causing injuries to his hands and face. The victim was listed in serious condition. The investigation is ongoing.

Pennsylvania: IEDs Found in a Private Residence; Removed, One Arrested

Submitted by NL0387 on Tue, 09/29/2026 - 12:21

Bethlehem: On 11 September 2026, Bethlehem Police Department (BPD) Special Operations Unit, BPD K9 unit, BPD Patrol Division, BPD Criminal Investigations Unit, and a bomb squad served a search warrant at a private residence on 8th Avenue in Bethlehem, PA. Police found seven IEDs in a bedroom, as well as drugs and two firearms. The bomb squad removed the explosives. A 50-year-old male was arrested and charged with seven counts of felony possessing a weapon of mass destruction, among other charges for the firearms and drugs. The explosives were transferred to ATF for analysis.