FBI agents recently conducted a raid at the home and RV of an alleged White supremacist in Reseda. Court records released on July 28 revealed that agents discovered numerous rounds of ammunition, gun-manufacturing equipment, and a potential makeshift bomb. The suspect, 34-year-old Ryan Scott Bradford, was arrested on July 27 after agents arrived at his residence near White Oak Avenue and Saticoy Street.
During the raid, authorities discovered at least 116 rounds of ammunition on Bradford’s property. Additionally, they found equipment that could convert a semi-automatic rifle into a fully automatic weapon, as well as two 3D printers used for producing gun parts. Agents also uncovered what appeared to be an improvised explosive device, although little information has been provided regarding its specifics. Authorities took precautions and secured the area while ensuring the safety of everyone involved.
The U.S. Department of Justice has announced that Bradford will face charges for distributing methamphetamines and possessing ammunition. His expected appearance in federal court on Friday was not confirmed by officials. It remains unclear whether meth was found at Bradford’s home, but evidence presented in a criminal complaint suggests his involvement in drug trafficking, as he coordinated drug sales with another member of his white supremacist group.
According to court records, Bradford is affiliated with the San Fernando Valley Peckerwoods, an extremist group known for its hatred of Jewish people and other minority groups. The criminal complaint filed against him by a DEA agent describes the Peckerwoods as originating within the California state prison system. The group has a history of racially motivated violence, drug and illegal firearms trafficking, and fraud.
Bradford openly displayed his association with the white supremacist group, as revealed in court documents. Investigators discovered his Amazon account under the username “Peck Erwood,” featuring an image of a woodpecker. Additionally, one of the 3D printers found during the raid was adorned with a swastika. Nazi propaganda was also found inside Bradford’s home.
Agents uncovered disturbing online messages from Bradford, where he called for the mass murder of Jewish people on platforms like Telegram. They also found a handwritten note in his residence stating, “New Year’s Resolution: Take over the world – save Aryan race,” along with a threat against Jewish individuals.
Officials noted that Bradford had a previous burglary conviction in 2012, which legally prohibited him from possessing ammunition. If convicted, he could face a maximum of 20 years in federal prison for the drug conspiracy charge and up to 15 years for possessing ammunition. Attempts to reach Bradford’s defense attorney were unsuccessful.
While there is no information indicating Bradford’s involvement in racially motivated violence prior to this incident, his online threats against minority groups and affiliation with the Peckerwoods prompted federal authorities to closely monitor his activities. Donald Alway, assistant director in charge of the FBI’s L.A. field office, stated that law enforcement takes notice of hateful rhetoric that crosses the line into violence and will hold those accountable who act on such extremism.
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