Man arrested after tire deflation spikes, explosive devices found in Henry County

A man was arrested after improvised explosive devices, evidence of tire deflation spikes, and more were found in a Collinsville residence, Henry County Sheriff’s Office said.

HCSO said they received reports of tire deflation spikes intentionally placed in the area of Murphy Road and Virginia Avenue on Jan. 6, 2026. At least two vehicles sustained damage due to the spikes.

Authorities said an investigation was initiated to determine who placed the spikes. A search warrant was executed at the home of a suspect in the 500 block of Murphy Road in Collinsville on Feb. 2.

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