Siblings indicted after explosive device found outside Air Force base

CBS News
March 26, 2026
2 min read

Quick Insights

The Bottom Line

Two siblings were indicted after an explosive device was discovered outside MacDill Air Force Base, home to U.S. Central Command and Special Operations Command.

AI Summary

Two siblings have been indicted following the discovery of an explosive device outside MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida. MacDill is home to U.S. Central Command, U.S. Special Operations Command, and the Air Force's Air Mobility Command—making it one of the most strategically significant military installations in the country. The indictment suggests a potential threat to one of the Pentagon's most critical operational hubs. Federal authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the device's placement and the siblings' alleged involvement. The case underscores ongoing security concerns at major U.S. military installations.

What's Being Done

Federal authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the device's placement and the siblings' alleged involvement.

Should this be getting more attention?

You Might Have Missed

Related stories from different sources and perspectives

Brother and sister are charged after an explosive device was found outside a Florida Air Force base - AP News
National Security

Brother and sister are charged after an explosive device was found outside a Florida Air Force base - AP News

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMinwFBVV95cUxNbm9ueDVfUTR2Y0w4eWdzY01FUVFzelVZTGM1RjN5YlNpNVJnc1NEMm1FMnNFS2owSWJjWHBsaXZXTlB2MmZPQUF5bHA4djgxTDBYc0dLTGJEU2pTUzRMeTdJY0xPNjhpaTZHVDljSVR0VDEtVVJBY3N4MmFPS21weHJERmY1a0FvcDFRa0FvNGk3S0xqSFZpX0dMSVd6NUk?oc=5" target="_blank">Brother and sister are charged after an explosive device was found outside a Florida Air Force base</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">AP News</font>

AP NewsMar 26
2 charged in connection with alleged explosive device at MacDill Air Force Base: FBI
National Security

2 charged in connection with alleged explosive device at MacDill Air Force Base: FBI

An alleged improvised explosive device was found near the visitors center at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida last week.

ABC NewsMar 26
Maryland park closed after string of explosive devices found
National Security

Maryland park closed after string of explosive devices found

<p>Officials say bomb squad called to Fort Washington Park, which has been closed by National Park Service</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/news/2026/feb/17/sign-up-for-the-breaking-news-us-email-to-get-newsletter-alerts-direct-to-your-inbox?utm_medium=ACQUISITIONS_STANDFIRST&amp;utm_campaign=BN22326&amp;utm_content=signup&amp;utm_term=standfirst&amp;utm_source=GUARDIAN_WEB">Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox</a></p></li></ul><p>Authorities found several explosive devices across a <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/maryland">Maryland</a> park over the weekend, prompting the park’s closure.</p><p>In a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1U1ZuAMVTA/">statement</a> on Monday, the Prince George’s county fire department said that its bomb squad responded to Fort Washington Park after “several explosive devices were located”, prompting the US Park Police to close the approximately 341-acre site.</p> <a href="http...

The Guardian US NewsMar 23
Florida homeowners forced into new insurance company, CBS News investigation finds
Corporate

Florida homeowners forced into new insurance company, CBS News investigation finds

A new CBS News investigation revealed that many Florida homeowners have had their home insurance policies transferred out of the state-run insurance program, into dozens of small, private companies, without their consent or input. CBS News national correspondent Ash-har Quraishi reports.

CBS NewsMar 24
Bill to fund Homeland Security fails again as concern grows about airport lines - AP News
Government Transparency

Bill to fund Homeland Security fails again as concern grows about airport lines - AP News

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipAFBVV95cUxOTmJFdURWaEh1Z1ZTdjJXM0pvNklybm5JS3pJNHBBdTdzUE9UQmJTSDR4U1h0czl2ZXlUSTVuVzlkWjZEV1o1T1V1TFF4Wkx5NHNwbVJiWWpCNUdrV3BPV2RKUDRpRUNzODFsVnBaVy1TTUk2cTBJQlhWY1dIeFhYS04wanpWWW5tTVhvREplY05qT21mUmtEand0N0tKSG8xclItMQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Bill to fund Homeland Security fails again as concern grows about airport lines</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">AP News</font>

AP NewsMar 20
Air Force successfully tests new supersonic missile
National Security

Air Force successfully tests new supersonic missile

The successful test comes as the U.S. seeks to speed up weapons development.

The HillMar 21
Read Next
At Pentagon Christian service, Hegseth prays for violence 'against those who deserve no mercy'
National Security

At Pentagon Christian service, Hegseth prays for violence 'against those who deserve no mercy'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has hosted a monthly Christian prayer and worship service at the Pentagon, the first since the Iran war began.

Continue reading

Did this story change how you see things?

Stories like this only matter when people see them. Help us get verified journalism in front of more eyes.

Share this story

Get the daily digest

Save for later

The Verity Ledger curates verified investigative journalism from trusted sources only.

See our sources