Explosives Scare Near Supreme Court During Ginsburg Memorial Mass

A chilling discovery near the U.S. Supreme Court sent shockwaves through Washington D.C., as authorities arrested a man after finding a cache of explosives in his vehicle. The dramatic incident unfolded while a solemn Catholic Mass was being held to honor the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, casting a shadow of grave concern over the nation’s capital.

Tony Randolph Hinnant, a 53-year-old from South Carolina, was taken into custody on charges including possession of an unregistered firearm and possession of a destructive device.

Law enforcement officials had been alerted to Hinnant’s presence near the Supreme Court building, across the street from the Library of Congress, where his truck was parked suspiciously. The situation escalated rapidly when a bomb-sniffing dog provided a positive alert on the vehicle, prompting an immediate and decisive response from multiple agencies.

Inside Hinnant's truck, investigators discovered several mason jars filled with what was described as highly explosive material, along with a device capable of triggering an explosion.

The gravity of the find prompted the swift deployment of a bomb squad and the immediate securing of the area. Capitol Police, alongside federal partners, worked meticulously to neutralize the threat, ensuring the safety of the public and the crucial government institutions nearby.

The timing of the arrest added another layer of tension to the event.

The Catholic Mass for Justice Ginsburg was taking place at St. Matthew's Cathedral, a short distance from where Hinnant’s vehicle was found. While Hinnant reportedly claimed he was there to attend the Mass, his further statements to authorities about being on a .