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FBI Investigates Palm Springs Fertility Clinic Bombing as Terrorism

Suspect Guy Edward Bartkus, who died in the explosion, is linked to anti-natalist ideology and left behind writings and recordings expressing extremist views.

Guy Edward Bartkus, a 25-year-old Twentynine Palms man, is the suspect in the May 17 bombing of a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California.
FBI and other law enforcement personnel gather evidence a day after a bomb exploded near a reproductive health facility in Palm Springs, Calif., May 18, 2025.
Damage to a building is seen after an explosion in Palm Springs, Calif., on Saturday, May 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Eric Thayer)

Overview

  • The FBI has identified 25-year-old Guy Edward Bartkus of Twentynine Palms as the suspect in the May 17 car bombing outside the American Reproductive Centers IVF clinic in Palm Springs.
  • Bartkus died in the explosion, which injured four bystanders but caused no harm to embryos or clinic staff, as the facility was closed at the time.
  • Authorities are treating the attack as an act of terrorism, citing Bartkus's anti-natalist writings and a failed attempt to livestream the bombing.
  • Investigators executed a search warrant at Bartkus's home and are analyzing his manifesto, audio recordings, and digital materials to uncover his motives and bomb-making methods.
  • The clinic and surrounding area have been declared secure, and no additional threats have been identified as the investigation continues.