On April 10, 2024, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Alabama announced federal charges against Kyle Benjamin Douglas Calvert, a 26-year-old man from Irondale, Alabama. Calvert stands accused of maliciously detonating an explosive device near the Alabama Attorney General’s Office in downtown Montgomery, Alabama.
The arrest follows a collaborative effort between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, and the Montgomery Police Department.
According to court documents, the explosive device was detonated on February 24, 2024, at approximately 3:42 a.m. in the vicinity of the Alabama Attorney General’s Office, near the intersection of Washington Avenue and South Bainbridge Street. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries or significant damage to nearby structures.
The swift and coordinated response of law enforcement agencies led to the discovery of remnants of the explosive device, prompting an immediate investigation into the incident. The case underscores the crucial role of collaboration among law enforcement entities in ensuring public safety and pursuing justice.
In a statement, Attorney General Merrick B. Garland emphasized the Justice Department’s commitment to holding individuals accountable for acts of violence targeting public servants. Acting United States Attorney Jonathan S. Ross echoed this sentiment, expressing gratitude for the tireless efforts of all involved in the investigation.
Calvert faces charges of malicious use of an explosive and possession of an unregistered destructive device. If convicted, he could be sentenced to a minimum of five years and a maximum of 20 years in prison, without the possibility of parole. However, it's essential to note that an indictment is merely an allegation, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Calvert’s initial appearance in federal court is scheduled for today in Montgomery, Alabama, where Assistant U.S. Attorneys Russell T. Duraski and Brett J. Talley will prosecute the case.
The FBI Mobile Field Office, Montgomery Resident Agency Office, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, and Alabama Attorney General’s Office played integral roles in investigating this incident, highlighting the importance of interagency cooperation in addressing threats to public safety.
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