Sheriff's department uncovers Nazi extremists' secret arsenal in quiet Washington suburb

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Authorities came across a cache of firearms alongside Nazi memorabilia within the premises. Captured images displayed a red flag with a black swastika, Nazi literature, and art depicting Adolf Hitler. 

“The suspects identified in this case were actively involved in Nazi White Nationalist efforts,” the sheriff said.

Military equipment and Nazi flag

The individuals stockpiled military-grade weapons along with Nazi paraphenalia.  (Thurston County Sheriff’s Department)

“The individuals in this investigation were actively taking part in Nazi White Nationalist operations,” the sheriff mentioned.

Further details are anticipated in a federal criminal complaint set to be made public on Wednesday. The two detainees were scheduled for initial court appearances at the U.S. District Court in Tacoma that Wednesday afternoon.

Fox News Digital has reached out to the U.S. Attorney’s Office-Western District of Washington and the Thurston County Sheriff’s Department for comment. 

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