ATF confirmed it was leading the investigation after a large law enforcement presence was spotted at the home Friday.
Alyssa Muñoz, David Lynch (KENS 5), Sue Calberg
1:22 PM CST December 12, 2025
10:30 PM CST December 12, 2025
SAN ANTONIO — Federal agents executed a search warrant Friday morning on the far north side, the result of an investigation into homemade explosives and pipe bombs placed at San Antonio banks months ago, according to officials.
Dustin Jay Ammons, 43, was taken into custody and faces charges of felon in possession of a firearm and possession of an unregistered destructive device, according to a Department of Justice press release. Two guns, components of a pipe bomb and “multiple suspected destructive devices in various stages of manufacture” were allegedly found at Ammons’ Canyon Ranch residence.
Officials say Ammons’ car matches the suspect vehicle from incidents on Sept. 12 and Sept. 26 when someone placed pipe bombs at external ATMs, in attempt to breach them.
The law enforcement activity began early in the 300 block of Eugene Sasser near Timberwood Park, where neighbors reported seeing a heavy police presence. A KENS 5 crew on the scene heard two explosions and observed a small cloud of smoke at the scene shortly before 3 p.m.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) confirmed it was leading the investigation, with the FBI, SAPD, SAFD’s arson team and other entities providing support.
Ammons, who officials say was previously convicted of possessing a stolen firearm, faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted of the new charges.