The FBI has arrested Daniel Jongyon Park, a 32-year-old Washington state man, for his alleged role in supplying materials for the devastating Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing that killed the primary suspect and caused millions in damages.
At a Glance
- Daniel Park was arrested in Poland and taken into FBI custody at JFK Airport for allegedly aiding bomber Guy Edward Bartkus
- Park allegedly shipped 180 pounds of ammonium nitrate to Bartkus before the May 17 fertility clinic attack
- Both men shared extremist “anti-natalist” and “pro-mortalist” ideologies that view life as harmful
- The bombing caused up to $12 million in damage and injured four people
- Park faces up to 15 years in federal prison if convicted
Bomb Materials Shipped Across State Lines
Federal authorities arrested Daniel Jongyon Park after he allegedly supplied the chemicals used in one of Southern California’s most significant bombing incidents. Investigators discovered Park had purchased 275 pounds of ammonium nitrate between October 2022 and May 2025, shipping 180 pounds directly to bomber Guy Edward Bartkus and financing an additional 90 pounds. The investigation revealed Park had visited Bartkus earlier this year, demonstrating their collaboration went beyond mere online communication.
Park was apprehended in Poland and taken into FBI custody at JFK Airport in New York City after fleeing the United States just four days after the bombing. His Washington state residence contained large quantities of chemicals and explosive recipes similar to those used in the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, indicating his longstanding preparation for such an attack. Park is now facing multiple federal charges, including offering material support to terrorism.
Extremist Ideology Motivated Attack
The investigation has uncovered disturbing details about the ideological motivation behind the attack. Both Park and Bartkus subscribed to extremist philosophies known as “anti-natalism” and “pro-mortalism” – belief systems that consider human existence inherently harmful and argue against reproduction. These radical viewpoints apparently fueled their decision to target a fertility clinic specifically associated with pro-life values.
Bartkus, who died in the explosion, left behind a manifesto expressing virulent anti-life views, condemning religious practices, and calling for a “war against pro-lifers.” The document revealed his nihilistic worldview and veneration of Satan. Meanwhile, Park’s social media activity shows he actively attempted to recruit others who shared these extreme beliefs through various online forums.
Devastating Impact on Community
The May 17 explosion at the American Reproductive Center of Palm Springs caused between $6 million and $12 million in damages, making it “one of the largest bombing investigations we’ve had in Southern California,” according to FBI Assistant Director Akil Davis. Four people were injured in the blast, though fortunately no staff members were harmed, and all reproductive materials at the facility remained intact. The center has relocated to a temporary location while rebuilding efforts continue.
“This defendant is charged with facilitating the horrific attack on a fertility center in California. Bringing chaos and violence to a facility that exists to help women and mothers is a particularly cruel, disgusting crime that strikes at the very heart of our shared humanity.”, said Pam Bondi.
Park is expected to appear in Brooklyn federal court before being transported to California to face charges. Federal prosecutors are seeking to hold him without bail pending trial. If convicted, he could face up to 15 years in federal prison. U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli issued a stern warning about the consequences of supporting terrorism, stating, “Domestic terrorism is evil and unacceptable. Those who aid terrorists can expect to feel the cold wrath of justice.”
