Ryan Scott Bradford faces charges after authorities uncover drugs, firearms, and extremist materials in his home.
Ryan Scott Bradford, a 34-year-old man from Reseda, California, was arrested on Thursday on charges related to the possession of methamphetamine and ammunition. Bradford, a convicted felon, is prohibited from owning firearms or ammunition, and his arrest follows a police raid at his home. Federal authorities linked him to a violent white supremacist group after he made disturbing online comments advocating for mass violence and claiming he could create firearms using a 3D printer.
During the raid, authorities discovered a range of concerning materials, including Nazi propaganda, devices designed to convert semi-automatic firearms into fully automatic ones, and an improvised explosive device. U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada emphasized the significant threat Bradford posed to public safety, describing the potential danger as “cannot be overstated.”
Bradford faces charges of conspiring to distribute methamphetamine and being a felon in possession of ammunition. Authorities are also investigating his involvement in producing homemade firearms. His extremist views and actions raise alarms about the growing intersection of violent ideologies and illegal weaponry.
The authorities’ investigation into Bradford continues, and his arrest highlights the persistent risks posed by individuals involved in extremist groups who may also engage in criminal activities, including drug distribution and the illegal manufacture of weapons.
Bradford’s case serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing threat of domestic terrorism and the importance of monitoring extremist activity. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to understand the full scope of Bradford’s operations and his potential links to other dangerous individuals or groups.