CA, US & World
New Details Emerge About Second Suspect in Palm Springs Fertility Clinic Bombing
New information is shedding light on a second man now facing charges related to the Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing.
Daniel Park, a 32-year-old from Washington State, appeared in Brooklyn federal court after being arrested for allegedly supplying Guy Bartkus—the accused bomber—with hundreds of pounds of ammonium nitrate, a key chemical used in bomb-making.
According to federal investigators, Park and Bartkus shared an extremist “anti-life” ideology. U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli confirmed Park attempted to recruit others online through social media forums promoting pro-mortalism and anti-natalism.
FBI officials say Park shipped the explosive materials to Bartkus just days before the April attack on the American Fertility clinic in Palm Springs.
NBC Palm Springs’ Tiani Jadulang reports from the blast site, where investigators are still working to understand how this extremist network formed. According to several published reports, Bartkus left behind a manifesto referencing a woman named Sophie Tinney—who was found shot and killed on Fox Island in Washington. Several published reports on Barktus' manifesto say Tinney may have influenced Bartkus’ decision.
Bartkus’ father, Richard Bartkus, expressed deep concern over who his son had been involved with in Washington, saying his behavior had changed dramatically in the last year.
At this time, there are no known direct ties between Sophie Tinney and Daniel Park beyond their residence in Washington. The FBI has not confirmed how Park and Bartkus met.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Explore: NBCPalmSprings.com, where we are connecting the Valley.
By: NBC Palm Springs
June 4, 2025
Latest Instagram Posts
Who makes the NBC Top 3, winner will be announced Sunday night on NBC Palm Springs, with the player who makes the number one spot winning a $250 prize from @hondaofthedesert! Comment below if it will be 1) Aiden Pope with the punt return TD, 2) Mason Flores with the dime on the run, 3) Colton LaCrone with the sack, 4) Kingston Pellum with the contested snag, or 5) Anthony Aguirre with the sack #hondaofthedesert #fnl #fridaynightlights #fyp #highschoolfootball
The midterms inch closer and the prices get higher
The hiring of interim City Manager Jim Vanderpool is drawing criticism online over allegations of previous homophobic remarks and harassment. Vanderpool is pushing back, saying the complaint at the center of the controversy was misinterpreted. Be sure to visit nbcpalmsprings.com for the full report #palmsprings #lgbtqcommunity #coachellavalley #localnews #760
🦷🇺🇸 George Washington’s teeth had a story of their own… and trust us, it’s WILD. 😂👀 Forget the cherry tree—this is the history lesson nobody saw coming! 🍒🤯 Would YOU want to know the truth? 👇😂 🎭 Catch the laughs with Mann on the Aisle! #MannOnTheAisle #GeorgeWashington #WeirdHistory #HistoryFacts #comedytheatre
As Palm Springs Pride organizers prepare for the annual celebration, one local organization is questioning the reasons why they won’t be allowed to participate. Our @newsbyalondra has the full story in the 5,6 and 11 p.m newscast.
The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce is holding three city council candidate forums ahead of the November Election. Be sure to visit nbcpalmsprings.com to hear from the President of the Chamber of Commerce who breaks down what residents should know about what they can expect from these forums. #coachellavalley #elections2026 #localnews #citycouncil #candidateforum
Small mistake or a matter of transparency? What’s your take? Drop a comment below 👇 #therogginreport #coachellavalley #desertrecreationdistrict #localnews #nbcpalmsprings
Engineering students craft a robot that takes down a 4x4 Rubik's Cube in less than 10-seconds.
Watch a gargantuan, 5.7-mile-long train nab a world record as it disappears over the horizon!
☕️ Social Time with Thalia & Jerry. Do you do yoga?