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Post by Scumhunter on Mar 15, 2018 0:43:23 GMT -5
 (Above photo credit: crimewatchdaily.com via Kiah) From KIAH (CW 39 Austin): AUSTIN – The Houston Field Division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the San Antonio Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Austin Police Department (APD) are offering a reward of up to $50,000 leading to the arrest and conviction for the person(s) responsible for the deaths and/or injuries resulting from recent package bombings in Austin, Texas. That’s in addition to the $15,000 reward already offered by Governor Abbott. The Austin area is reeling from two explosions Monday; bombs disguised as packages that seriously injured two women and took the life of 17-year-old Draylen Mason. "They took his life away, and he didn't even deserve that," the victim's friend, De'montrey McKenzie, said. A 75-year-old woman is still in critical condition. "We again are praying and thinking of her and hoping for a recovery from this incident," Austin Police Chief Brian Manley commented. Police say they've received 265 calls about suspicious packages since Monday's deadly detonation, but none have turned out to be anything threatening. Yesterday's attacks were actually the second and third package bombs to blow up in the last 10 days, and they were all within a 20-mile radius. Police say they believe the crimes are connected, but are still searching for a motive. Many residents are on edge-- and needless to say, everyone is a bit nervous about opening any packages right now. And with SXSW in town, people are worried! "And now with these bombings, we're afraid like, what if someone, you know, bombs here," SXSW volunteer Kimberly Quiroz-Negron shared. "Especially there's a lot of people here right now." "There is no indication of any connection between these explosions and the spring festivals that are happening," Austin Mayor Steve Adler said. cw39.com/2018/03/13/65k-reward-offered-265-calls-made-about-suspicious-parcels-after-deadly-austin-package-bombings/Thoughts? I am placing this story in the Unsolved on TV section since The syndicated crime show "Crime Watch Daily" linked to the story on their website and obviously this case has made national news as well. Despite that, I am shocked by the relative lack of media coverage and how it's been basically like not even the third or fourth story of the day. I don't see a direct number for anyone to call with tips in the article, although I'm assuming either 911 and/or the aforementioned agencies and departments in the above article's first paragraph should suffice. EDIT: Direct numbers now listed in FBI press release. Edited the thread accordingly. Admin Note #1: Authorities are seeking any information regarding person(s) responsible for the deaths and injuries. Anyone with information is urged to contact the TIPS Hotline 512-472-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-893-8477. Tips can also be submitted online via APD’s (Austin Police Department) free mobile app, available on iPhone and Android. Individuals who provide information may remain anonymous.
Admin Note#2: If you have any news-related updates on this case, please contact us here: amwfans.com/thread/1662/website-contact-form |
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Post by тσρтєиhυитєя on Mar 18, 2018 21:35:24 GMT -5
This is pretty crazy since there have been 4 bombings within the last few weeks and there was just one a few minutes ago.
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Post by Scumhunter on Mar 18, 2018 22:06:30 GMT -5
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Post by тσρтєиhυитєя on Mar 18, 2018 22:08:10 GMT -5
I saw it, the FBI Most Wanted Twitter tweeted a poster saying they are seeking info. I hope we can get whoever is responsible for this, take them into custody and avoid an Eric Rudolph or Unabomber style situation. |
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Post by Scumhunter on Mar 18, 2018 23:20:13 GMT -5
Agreed. What is scary about these package bombings is if whoever is behind this has something bigger planned.
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Post by тσρтєиhυитєя on Mar 18, 2018 23:30:39 GMT -5
Agreed. What is scary about these package bombings is if whoever is behind this has something bigger planned. I have to say I agree with you that something big is being planned since April 19/20 is approaching and that’s when a lot of incidents tend to happen, like the 1993 Waco Siege, 1995 Oklahoma City Bombing, 1999 Columbine shooting, 2013 Boston Marathon Bombing, 2013 Waco Explosion. If it’s racially motivated if they don’t get this individual quick, something could happen on that date, again it may seem like a conspiracy theory what I just stated, but based on those events and April 20th being the Birthday of a certain madman, just seems like a coincidence. |
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Post by Scumhunter on Mar 18, 2018 23:39:07 GMT -5
Well, I don't want to send people into a panic. I'm not predicting something bigger is being planned, I am just fearful of the possibility.
Another problem is this current administration has emboldened racists and racially motivated attacks with their rhetoric. (I'm tired of being politically neutral).
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Post by тσρтєиhυитєя on Mar 20, 2018 19:40:21 GMT -5
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Post by Scumhunter on Mar 20, 2018 19:46:48 GMT -5
This is ridiculous. There was also a bomb that went off in the FedEx carrier facility near San Antonio. I also forget to mention the incident the other night with the "tripwire" had no specific target- so the first few bombings seemed racially motivated, but now it looks like they could be targeting anybody.
Also since not every bomb has been a package bombing I've changed the name of the thread to "Austin Serial Bomber".
I think what's been difficult in trying to catch this guy or persons is we don't know his/her/their M.O. yet, there's so far been no manifestos or anyone claiming responsibility. We don't know what they're angry about or what their agenda is so far.
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Post by тσρтєиhυитєя on Mar 20, 2018 19:53:41 GMT -5
One of the plus sides of today rather than before is that the world is too much of a small place due to the internet, so I doubt whoever is responsible in this case will stay at large for more than 3 months, rather than 18 years like the Unabomber.
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Post by Scumhunter on Mar 20, 2018 20:06:16 GMT -5
I don't want to underestimate whoever is behind this and make a prediction like that as they've been very sophisticated so far- these aren't your standard pipe bombs. I'd rather be cautiously optimistic.
I really hope they can solve this case sooner rather than later and it is true authorities have better technological tools than they did in the past.
What I find interesting is why whoever is behind this is only attacking Austin so far (the thing that went off near San Antonio I don't think was meant to go off in San Antonio). Is it a grudge? Is it someone with ultra conservative beliefs that believes Austin- the most liberal city in Texas- is some sort of sinner town?
And interestingly enough, the South by Southwest Festival, which would have been a prime target, has come and gone, and while I'm thankful nothing happened, I am interested as to why it seems they didn't even attempt to target it. Too much security? Nothing to do with their grudge?
It's very frustrating when the person is not sending an exact message (well the bombs in itself are a message but as far as verbally or some kind of hint), unless they are and that information is being kept secret for investigative purposes.
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Post by Scumhunter on Mar 21, 2018 1:14:18 GMT -5
They're now saying the explosion was not linked to the previous package bombings but was set off by an "incendiary device": www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/texas-officials-respond-reports-another-explosion-n858146In any case, the Austin suspect has shown a willingness to send bombs or other types of explosives at an alarmingly fast and frequent pace regardless, so for me this provides little comfort as to easing fears of when the person or persons may strike again. |
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Post by Scumhunter on Mar 21, 2018 5:25:13 GMT -5
The man believed to be the Austin bombing suspect is now dead- killed himself with some sort of explosive device in his car as police closed in on him. All we know right now is it is a 24-year old white male. Police still warn the public to remain vigilant as there could be still be other bombs out there. www.cnn.com/2018/03/21/us/austin-explosions/index.html |
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Post by fugitivesearch on Mar 21, 2018 9:19:09 GMT -5
Bomber identified as Mark Anthony Conditt:
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Post by тσρтєиhυитєя on Mar 21, 2018 9:24:03 GMT -5
Wow if he’s actually the serial bomber, I’m glad it’s over and the people of Austin don’t have to worry but before I can say that I’d wait a day or so to make sure nothing more happens.
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