Klamath Falls Man Pleads Guilty After 200 Explosives Seized
Federal prosecutors say investigators seized more than 200 homemade explosive devices after illegal sales in Klamath Falls.
MEDFORD, Ore. — A Klamath Falls man pleaded guilty Monday in federal court to illegally distributing explosive devices, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon.
Federal prosecutors said Jason Edward Lowery, 52, pleaded guilty to distribution of explosives by a non-licensee.
According to court documents, Lowery sold multiple illegal M-type explosive devices in June 2025 at his residence and at his place of business in Klamath Falls.
Investigators later served search warrants at Lowery’s residence, business and vehicle. Prosecutors said investigators seized more than 200 homemade explosive devices, along with materials used to construct additional explosives.
Police also seized a destructive device containing a large amount of explosive powder with nails strapped to it, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
At Lowery’s residence, investigators also seized firearms and methamphetamine. Prosecutors said Lowery’s phone contained text messages showing he was selling the devices to multiple people.
A federal grand jury in Medford indicted Lowery on July 17, 2025, charging him with distribution of explosives by a non-licensee and manufacture of explosives by a non-licensee.
The guilty plea moves the case toward sentencing later this year.
“Lowery faces a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison, a $250,000 fine, and three years of supervised release. He will be sentenced on October 8, 2026, before a U.S. district court judge,” the Department of Justice said in a release.
As part of the plea agreement, prosecutors said Lowery has also agreed to give up proceeds and property connected to the case.
“As part of the plea agreement, Lowery has agreed to forfeit any criminally-derived proceeds and property used to facilitate his crimes identified by the government prior to sentencing,” the release said.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and Oregon State Police are investigating the case. Assistant U.S. Attorney Judith R. Harper is prosecuting it.
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