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Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Accused Of Making Homemade Bombs Arrested

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A fugitive from Western Pennsylvania accused of making two homemade bombs was arrested in Connecticut.

Officials say Carl Roberts was taken into custody on New Year's Eve.

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(Photo Credit: Shelton Police)

He was wanted in Venago County after police say they found two explosive devices in his home last month.

Police also say they found a bag with nails and other pieces of metal that could be used as shrapnel.

He is charged with possessing weapons of mass destruction.

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