Two Men Arrested in Salt Lake City for Attempted Bombing of News Media Vehicle

Authorities in Salt Lake City have arrested two men, aged 58 and 31, on suspicion of placing an incendiary device under a news media vehicle. The device, found on Friday near an occupied building, had been ignited but failed to function as designed, according to court records.

The FBI identified the suspects and executed a search warrant at a residence in the Magna neighborhood, west of downtown Salt Lake City. During the search, neighboring homes were evacuated. Investigators discovered explosives, explosive-related components, firearms, illegal narcotics, and other paraphernalia. Additionally, at least two devices were found to be hoax weapons of mass destruction.

The suspects could face charges related to weapons possession and threats of terrorism. Authorities have not disclosed a possible motive, and the relationship between the two men remains unclear.