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San Antonio Man Arrested After ATF Raid Finds Suspected Home Explosives Lab

Authorities cite evidence tying the suspect to two September ATM bombing attempts at local banks.

Overview

  • Federal agents searched a north Bexar County residence on the 300 block of Eugene Sasser and took Dustin Jay Ammons into custody.
  • Investigators report finding a .40-caliber pistol, a rifle, pipe bomb components, PETN precursors with lab equipment, and multiple suspected destructive devices.
  • Ammons is charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm and possession of an unregistered destructive device, with a potential sentence of up to 15 years if convicted.
  • Officials say residue at the Sept. 12 and Sept. 26 ATM scenes tested as PETN, and the vehicle at the residence matched one linked to those attempts.
  • The ATF led the operation with assistance from the FBI and local fire and arson units, and neighbors reported evacuations, flash bangs, and controlled actions for safety.