$5,000 reward offered for stolen explosive

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Jan 29 2026 Staff Writer

Need some extra cash? Solve a mystery and claim the reward.

$5,000 reward offered for stolen explosive

Photo by Tech. Sgt. Justin Norton

Inflation sucks and lap dances are getting more expensive. As a result, people are looking for more creative ways to earn some extra cash. One option is by solving mysteries like the case of the missing explosives from Fort "Lost-in-the Woods."

The "demolition shaped charge" was last seen on November 7, 2025 at the Ammunition Supply Point on Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

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Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Army CID.

To qualify, you must provide “credible information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the theft of a demolition shaped charge.”

We know that's not a lot to go off, but if it was easy the stingy bean counters in charge of the money bags wouldn't be offering cash for help.

Good luck!