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Elgin Man Charged With 36 Felony Counts After Explosives Seized

Charges have been approved without any disclosed motive or court date.

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Overview

  • Law enforcement responded to reports of hazardous chemical shipments at a residence in unincorporated Elgin, Illinois.
  • Bomb squad technicians spent two days testing and securing a significant cache of suspected explosives and bomb-making components.
  • David Minard, 46, cooperated with authorities at the scene and was arrested following the investigation.
  • The Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office approved 36 felony counts, including possession of explosives, possession of explosive materials without a license, and manufacture or possession of bombs or grenades.
  • Investigators remain uncertain about Minard’s reasons for storing the materials and have not set his next court appearance.