ALBANY, NEW YORK – William Huber, 39, of Troy, was charged earlier this month in a now unsealed two-count indictment, alleging that he manufactured a destructive device using an explosive and attempted to destroy a vehicle with it. First Assistant United States Attorney John A. Sarcone III, Craig L. Tremaroli, Special Agent in Charge of the Albany Field Office for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G.
James made the announcement.As alleged in the indictment, Huber used smokeless powder to manufacture a destructive device and failed to register it as required under federal law. The indictment further alleges that in March of 2021, Huber attempted to use an explosive to damage and destroy a leased Ford F-150. The first charge filed against Huber carries a mandatory sentence of 10 years in prison, to run consecutive to any other term of imprisonment imposed. The second charge carries a mandatory minimum of five years in prison and a maximum of 20 years.
The charges carry a maximum fine of $250,000, and up to a three-year term of supervised release may be imposed after any term of imprisonment. “As alleged in the indictment, this defendant conspired to construct a dangerous homemade explosive device intended to destroy property,” said First Assistant U.S. Attorney John Sarcone. “The coordinated efforts of the New York State Police, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the U.S.
Attorney’s Office demonstrate our continued commitment to pursuing justice and protecting our communities.” “The allegations against Mr. Huber are extremely concerning and, if convicted, he faces a significant amount of time in federal prison,” said Craig Tremaroli Special Agent in Charge Albany FBI. “This investigation highlights the strength of our partnerships, specifically with the New York State Police. By working together to leverage our collective resources, we can ensure anyone who is allegedly manufacturing dangerous destructive devices is held accountable for their reckless behavior.”New York State Police Superintendent Steven G.
James said, “I commend the steadfast work of our State Police members and law enforcement partners in protecting the communities we serve. This indictment exemplifies the strength of partnerships in safeguarding the quality of life for all New Yorkers. The State Police will continue to work with the United States Attorney’s Office and Albany Field Office for the Federal Bureau of Investigation to apprehend those who use illegal or any explosive device in a threatening manner.”Huber was arraigned July 15th 2026 in Albany, New York, before United States Magistrate Judge Paul J. Evangelista, and detained pending a detention hearing before Judge Evangelista and trial before United States District Court Judge Anthony J.
Brindisi at dates to be determined.A defendant’s sentence is imposed by a judge based on the particular statutes the defendant is convicted of violating, the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other factors. The charges in the indictment are merely accusations. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.The FBI and New York State police are investigating the case.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Joseph S. Hartunian is prosecuting the case.