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In 1996, Spokane was rocked by bombings and bank robberies tied to a secretive domestic terror group. Discover how the FBI unraveled this chilling case. This gripping true crime video dives deep into the violent spree that terrorized Spokane, Washington in 1996. Follow the FBI and local law enforcement as they race against time to stop a radical extremist cell responsible for a series of bombings and armed robberies. Learn how investigators pieced together clues from crime scenes, decoded manifestos, and leveraged eyewitness accounts to identify the Phineas Priesthood - a shadowy, religiously motivated militia group determined to wage war against the government. From dramatic bomb disposal operations to high-stakes surveillance and a multi-state manhunt, see how forensic analysis and undercover tactics ultimately led to the arrest and conviction of these dangerous domestic terrorists. The video also examines the group's motivations, their ties to white supremacist movements in the Pacific Northwest, and the ongoing threat posed by underground militia cells. Perfect for fans of true crime, FBI investigations, and stories of law enforcement heroism, this documentary offers an inside look

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How the FBI Stopped the Spokane Extremist Bombers - Inside the Phineas Priesthood Case
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Society
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50 minutes
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English

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