FBI uncovers a massive cache of explosives in a farmer’s garage, raising concerns about potential threats and extremist beliefs.
Virginia: So, you won’t believe what just happened. The FBI found the biggest stash of explosives ever in a farmer’s garage. This guy, Brad Spafford, had over 150 homemade bombs just chilling there.
It all started when a neighbor tipped off the authorities, saying Spafford was hoarding weapons. When they searched his place, they found some wild stuff, including a backpack with a patch that said “#nolivesmatter.”
This phrase seems to mock the Black Lives Matter movement, which has been a hot topic since the tragic events surrounding George Floyd’s murder in 2020. Apparently, folks who follow this “No Lives Matter” idea think it’s okay to carry out attacks to spread fear.
Spafford, who works at a machine shop, even used pictures of President Biden for target practice. He’s got some pretty extreme views, and it looks like he’s in deep trouble.
They found some pipe bombs in his bedroom and a jar of a super unstable explosive in his freezer, right next to his food. Talk about a recipe for disaster!
His home also had a notebook with instructions for making explosives, including grenades. Yikes! He’s already facing charges for having a short-barrel rifle, but more charges are likely coming his way.
A neighbor mentioned that Spafford had plans to fortify his property with a turret for a big gun. And get this—he even injured his hand while messing around with homemade explosives. Now he’s down to just two fingers on his right hand.
His lawyers are trying to paint him as a regular family guy with no criminal record, asking for his release. But the prosecutors are pushing back, saying he’s a danger because of all the explosive stuff he’s been making and his violent thoughts.
For now, he’s stuck in custody, but there’s talk of house arrest at his mom’s place. It’s a wild situation, and it’s definitely not over yet.
