Thermite, a commonly used component in welding, was used in a string of ballot box arsons before the November election ...

The FBI has announced new information and requested additional information in connection to the arson of three ballot boxes ...

The FBI said Thursday the suspect in the Oregon and Washington ballot box fires in October used a welding material that can burn at 4,000 degrees.

He described thermite as a mixture of metal shavings and iron oxide, or rust, commonly used by welders. He said the mixture can be dangerous if not handled safely. The suspect welded scrap metal ...

and Portland renewed requests for tips Thursday, saying they’re seeking someone who is knowledgeable about explosives or thermite, a mixture used in the attacks. Officials emphasized their ...

Specifically, law enforcement is looking for someone who is unusually knowledgeable about explosives or incendiary devices, particularly thermite, and/or has an interest in grinding or welding metal.

He described thermite as a mixture of metal shavings ... a person showing a new interest in welding or collecting metal scraps, such as nuts and bolts. — a person showing an unusual interest ...

“We’re very worried this person may harm himself or others if he continues to experiment with thermite,” said W. Mike Herrington, the FBI special agent in charge in the Seattle office.

PORTLAND, Ore. — The suspect behind a string of ballot drop box arson incidents in Vancouver and Portland in October used thermite as part of the incendiary devices that they used to start the ...

The FBI agents in charge of Seattle and Portland’s offices joined Thursday to call for more help from the public, particularly after confirming that whoever tried to set fire to three ballot boxes in ...

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