A Virginia farm has turned into a significant crime scene, as FBI agents discovered what is believed to be the largest cache of explosives in the agency’s history during a recent raid.
FBI Discovers Record Explosive Cache on Virginia Farm
FBI Discovers Record Explosive Cache on Virginia Farm
Significant findings include over 150 bombs tied to a far-right suspect.
The FBI's recent raid on a farm in Isle of Wight County, Virginia, has uncovered over 150 explosive devices, marking it as a historic seizure for the law enforcement agency. The investigation began when authorities received a tip-off about Brad Spafford, who was allegedly stockpiling weapons and homemade explosives at his home, which he shares with his wife and two children.
According to court documents, devices were located in various locations, including an unsecured backpack labeled "#nolivesmatter," which investigators associate with far-right extremism. Spafford has been charged with possessing an unregistered short-barreled rifle; however, more charges are anticipated as investigations continue.
The evidence revealed that the suspect had a disturbing history of violent rhetoric, including using images of President Joe Biden for target practice and discussing the assassination of Vice-President Kamala Harris. He reportedly attempted to gain sniper qualifications at a local shooting range, raising concerns about his intentions.
Further investigations pointed to dangerous evidence found at the farm: several pipe bombs categorized by color, some labeled “lethal,” and a dangerously volatile explosive substance known as HMTD stored precariously. Notably, this explosive was housed in a freezer beside food accessible to children.
Witness accounts from a former law enforcement neighbor revealed Spafford’s ongoing bomb-making activities, even after suffering severe injuries in a prior incident involving homemade explosives. The neighbor's recordings prompted the FBI raid, leading to the shocking discovery of unsecured explosives throughout the property.
Despite the serious allegations and mounting evidence, Spafford’s attorney contended that he poses no threat to the community, citing a lack of criminal history and dismissing claims surrounding his political views as unwarranted. A federal judge initially ordered electronic monitoring for Spafford's release pending trial, but this ruling is currently under review as the government appeals for continued detention.
