FBI Tip Leads to Arrest of Ogden Man After Antisemitic Threats and Discovery of Pipe Bombs

By Michael Phillips | CABayNews

OGDEN, Utah — A rapid response by federal and local law enforcement prevented a potentially deadly situation in northern Utah after online antisemitic threats escalated into the discovery of multiple explosive devices inside a family home.

On December 23, 2025, a tip from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s FBI Salt Lake City Field Office alerted authorities to violent antisemitic statements posted on X. One post explicitly stated, “I wanna blow up a synagogue,” among other anti-Jewish remarks directed broadly at the Jewish community.

The information was routed through Utah’s Statewide Information and Analysis Center and forwarded to the Ogden Police Department around 4:30 p.m. Police traced the account to a residence in the 1300 block of Millcreek Drive in Ogden.

Explosives Discovered During Search

Family members at the home cooperated with officers and confirmed that the account belonged to 21-year-old Skyler A.J. Rose, who lived there. During an initial consent search of Rose’s bedroom, officers discovered a partially assembled metal pipe bomb, marijuana, and an assault-style rifle.

Based on those findings, investigators obtained a search warrant. A subsequent search uncovered six additional completed metal pipe bombs described in court documents as “operational,” along with additional explosive materials. The Weber Metro Bomb Squad safely removed and disposed of all devices without incident.

Serious Felony Charges, No Bail

Rose was arrested the same evening and booked into Weber County Jail. Prosecutors charged him with:

• Seven counts of possession or manufacture of a weapon of mass destruction (first-degree felonies)
• One count of threat of terrorism (second-degree felony)
• One count of prohibited conduct with a dangerous weapon (third-degree felony)
• Misdemeanor possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia

At a detention hearing on December 24, 2nd District Judge Matthew Hansen ordered Rose held without bail, citing a substantial danger to the community given the threats, explosives, and firearm.

Community Reassurance and Concern

Ogden Police Chief Jake Sube emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public or the Jewish community, stating that all explosive devices were secured, Rose appears to have acted alone, and investigators found no evidence of accomplices or imminent attack plans.

Still, the incident rattled local Jewish residents, including members of Congregation Brith Sholem, Utah’s longest continuously operating synagogue. While the congregation has long taken security precautions, leaders acknowledged renewed unease following the arrest.

Ogden Mayor Ben Nadolski issued a statement of solidarity, affirming that acts of hate and intimidation have no place in the city and confirming direct outreach to synagogue leadership.

A Broader Warning About Online Hate

The case underscores growing concerns nationwide about online extremism and antisemitism translating into real-world threats. Authorities credited the FBI tip and swift interagency coordination with preventing what could have become a mass-casualty incident.

As of December 25, 2025, investigators say the case remains active, with the possibility of additional charges. No further details about Rose’s motive or background have been released beyond the information already filed in court.

While the story has received limited national attention during the Christmas holiday period, the facts remain stark: explicit threats, operational explosives, and a decisive law enforcement response that likely saved lives. For concerned citizens, the case serves as a reminder that online threats must always be taken seriously—and that rapid, coordinated action can make the difference between rhetoric and tragedy.