2 arrested after explosive material, possible pipe bomb found near Livingston home

LIVINGSTON, Texas – Livingston police say two people were arrested Monday after a possible pipe bomb was found near a home.

It happened on Banks Drive in Livingston after authorities were notified of a possible pipe bomb. Officers responded, evacuating nearby homes and set up a perimeter.

Help was requested from the Montgomery County Bomb Squad and the ATF. Technicians were able to safely disable the device.

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Police say a search warrant was executed at a nearby home where more explosive components were found. The residents of the home, 44-year-old Brian Humphreys and 37-year-old Shaney Humphreys, were arrested and charged with components of explosives.

The investigation is ongoing and more charges are possible.