Overview

• Adeeb Nasir, 58, was booked into Salt Lake County Jail without bail on multiple felony counts, including two weapons‑of‑mass‑destruction charges, attempted aggravated arson, explosive‑parts possession, and threat of terrorism.
• The device discovered on Sept. 12 was placed beneath a news media vehicle and confirmed real after being lit but failing to function; FOX 13 says the vehicle was one of its cars.
• The FBI took lead on the case and, on Sept. 13, executed a federal warrant at a Magna residence on the 2700 South block of 8500 West, prompting evacuations during bomb‑squad operations.
• Agents reported finding two hoax WMDs, firearms, illegal drugs, and explosive components; both men initially told officers the devices were real, triggering disposal procedures and nearby home evacuations.
• A second suspect identified as Adil, 31, was arrested at the home; documents describe both men as restricted persons barred from possessing firearms, and a protective order also restricts Nasir, while motive has not been disclosed.