• Palm Springs bombing suspect posted homemade explosive videos and troubling messages online before the attack.
• Authorities linked multiple social media accounts to suspect Guy Edward Bartkus for investigation.
• The nearby fertility clinic remained unharmed, with no injuries to staff or reproductive materials.

The suspect behind the deadly car bombing in Palm Springs posted videos online showing homemade explosives. He also wrote disturbing messages on social media. His posts revealed plans and personal struggles. He described failed suicide attempts and future intentions. Law enforcement found these messages on multiple accounts linked to the suspect. These posts offer insight into his mindset before the attack.

Law Enforcement Investigates Social Media Accounts Believed to Belong to Suspect

Authorities are reviewing social media accounts tied to Guy Edward Bartkus. They say he used these platforms to share videos and write about his plans. A source close to the investigation told ABC News that Bartkus posted content showing bomb tests and personal messages. He also shared posts on a suicide message board. These messages reveal a mix of violence, despair, and plans for self-harm.

YouTube Channel “Indict Evolution” Showed Bomb Tests and Interest in Radioactive Materials

Bartkus ran a YouTube channel called “Indict Evolution.” The channel held videos from at least six years ago. It featured homemade bomb tests and chemical experiments. Some videos showed radioactive materials, like uranium ore next to a Geiger counter and thorite from a thorium mine. This unusual content worried investigators.

YouTube Removed Channel After Violent Content Was Discovered

YouTube confirmed it removed “Indict Evolution” and other accounts linked to the suspect. A spokesperson said these accounts broke rules against violent extremism. The channel disappeared from the platform by Sunday. This removal prevents harmful content from spreading further online. It also shows the growing effort by tech companies to monitor dangerous behavior.

Suspect Posted Disturbing Texts on Suicide Forum, Revealing Failed Suicide Attempts and Plans

Bartkus posted several alarming messages on a suicide message board. On May 5, he wrote about a failed suicide attempt involving drugs and a homemade bomb. He said, “I tried to end it with a bomb and drugs, but it didn’t work.” Days later, he posted about planning to die from carbon monoxide poisoning. In another post, he mentioned, “There’s some extra drama I probably shouldn’t say haha,” hinting at more troubling plans. These texts reveal deep personal pain and violent thoughts.

FBI Identifies Suspect as 25-Year-Old Guy Edward Bartkus from Nearby Twentynine Palms

The FBI named the suspect as Guy Edward Bartkus, 25, from Twentynine Palms, about 50 miles from Palm Springs. Officials believe he died next to the bombed vehicle. Investigators continue to explore his background and motives. They want to understand why he carried out the attack. This information could help prevent future tragedies.

Fertility Clinic Near Blast Site Reports No Harm to Staff or Materials

The bombing happened outside the American Reproductive Centers of Palm Springs. The clinic said no staff members were injured. They confirmed eggs, embryos, and other reproductive materials were safe. The clinic reassured patients and the community after the frightening event. This news brings some relief after the dangerous explosion.