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Texas Man Arrested for Booby-Trapping Toilets with Explosives

Paul Moses Alden allegedly rigged pressure-activated fireworks under toilet seats at car washes, injuring three people.

  • Alden, 46, was arrested on August 1 and charged with arson causing reckless damage and bodily injury.
  • The incidents occurred at two Wash Tub car wash locations in the San Antonio area.
  • Three victims, including a child, suffered minor injuries from the explosions.
  • Alden was identified through security footage and his membership card at the car washes.
  • He was released on a $50,000 bond and is awaiting indictment.
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