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FBI Arrests Suspect Linked to California Fertility Clinic Car Bombing
Daniel Park detained following devastating attack that killed suspect and left many in shock.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has taken a man into custody in connection with the car bombing of a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California, on May 18, 2025. The incident has been classified as an intentional act of terrorism.
The arrested individual, identified as 32-year-old Daniel Park from Kent, Washington, was apprehended on Tuesday night at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York.
Specific details regarding the charges against Park and his connection to the bombing remain unclear at this time.
The car bombing resulted in the death of the suspected perpetrator, Guy Edward Bartkus, who reportedly left behind writings that expressed anti-pro-life sentiments.
The FBI indicated that Bartkus was a member of the anti-natalist movement, a fringe group opposing childbirth and advocating that procreation should cease.
Witnesses reported that the explosion was immense, with residents stating they felt the shockwave from blocks away.
One local resident described the sound of the explosion as extremely loud and unsettling, while another recounted seeing human remains near a charred vehicle outside the now-ruined clinic.
The blast severely damaged the American Reproductive Center's facility, shattering windows in nearby buildings.
Eyewitnesses recounted scenes of panic and chaos, characterized by screams and debris scattered across the street.
A body was discovered near the explosion site, and investigations are ongoing to determine whether Bartkus intended to kill himself during the attack.
Bartkus had attempted to livestream the explosion, although those efforts were unsuccessful.
Law enforcement officials are currently investigating how he procured the explosives and have yet to disclose specifics about the types of explosives used in the attack.
Experts in explosives have suggested that the destructive force observed indicates the use of high explosives, likely similar to dynamite or TNT, which are typically difficult for civilians to access.
Authorities conducted a search warrant in Bartkus's hometown of Twentynine Palms, California, a location notable for its proximity to a large U.S. Marine Corps base.
The FBI called this incident the largest bombing scene in Southern California, highlighting the significant threat posed by such acts of terrorism.
Further information regarding the charges against Daniel Park is anticipated to be released by federal prosecutors at a scheduled news conference in Los Angeles.
The investigation continues as officials seek to understand the motivations behind this tragic event.
The arrested individual, identified as 32-year-old Daniel Park from Kent, Washington, was apprehended on Tuesday night at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York.
Specific details regarding the charges against Park and his connection to the bombing remain unclear at this time.
The car bombing resulted in the death of the suspected perpetrator, Guy Edward Bartkus, who reportedly left behind writings that expressed anti-pro-life sentiments.
The FBI indicated that Bartkus was a member of the anti-natalist movement, a fringe group opposing childbirth and advocating that procreation should cease.
Witnesses reported that the explosion was immense, with residents stating they felt the shockwave from blocks away.
One local resident described the sound of the explosion as extremely loud and unsettling, while another recounted seeing human remains near a charred vehicle outside the now-ruined clinic.
The blast severely damaged the American Reproductive Center's facility, shattering windows in nearby buildings.
Eyewitnesses recounted scenes of panic and chaos, characterized by screams and debris scattered across the street.
A body was discovered near the explosion site, and investigations are ongoing to determine whether Bartkus intended to kill himself during the attack.
Bartkus had attempted to livestream the explosion, although those efforts were unsuccessful.
Law enforcement officials are currently investigating how he procured the explosives and have yet to disclose specifics about the types of explosives used in the attack.
Experts in explosives have suggested that the destructive force observed indicates the use of high explosives, likely similar to dynamite or TNT, which are typically difficult for civilians to access.
Authorities conducted a search warrant in Bartkus's hometown of Twentynine Palms, California, a location notable for its proximity to a large U.S. Marine Corps base.
The FBI called this incident the largest bombing scene in Southern California, highlighting the significant threat posed by such acts of terrorism.
Further information regarding the charges against Daniel Park is anticipated to be released by federal prosecutors at a scheduled news conference in Los Angeles.
The investigation continues as officials seek to understand the motivations behind this tragic event.
