Chad Allen Williams, Explosive Device Manufacture, Iowa 2021

Des Moines, IA – In a shocking turn of events, Chad Allen Williams, 46, of Johnston, was arrested Friday night for his alleged involvement in the manufacture and possession of an explosive device.

The explosive device was discovered in the 1400 block of SE Waywin Drive in Ankeny on June 9, 2021. According to court documents, Williams unlawfully manufactured and possessed an unregistered explosive device in violation of federal law.

Williams is charged with possession of an unregistered explosive device in violation of Title 26, United States Code, Section 5861(d), and manufacture of an explosive device in violation of Title 26, United States Code, Section 5861(f). If convicted, Williams faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine.

A federal district court judge will determine any sentence after considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors. Williams is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

The Ankeny Police Department, State of Iowa Fire Marshall’s Office, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are investigating the case.

Acting U.S. Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa made the announcement. The investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.

Chad Allen Williams is being held pending his arraignment. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

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