A man accused of plotting a violent attack during Canyon’s 2025 Fourth of July parade has formally reappeared in federal court after agreeing to plead guilty to a serious terrorism-related charge.
Kevin Alexander Hunt was rearraigned Wednesday following an earlier agreement to plead guilty to one count of attempted use of a weapon of mass destruction. The plea agreement was reached on April 9 after a federal evaluation determined that he was competent to stand trial earlier this year.
Authorities first arrested Hunt in July 2025 after allegedly discovering materials associated with explosive devices. According to court filings, investigators said he knowingly possessed a range of components that could be used to assemble an explosive, including chemical substances, ignition devices, and projectile materials. Officials further alleged that Hunt intended to combine these items in order to carry out a violent act, potentially targeting a public event.
The case intensified after investigators reviewed online communications obtained through a search warrant. Records from a Discord account, spanning several months in early 2025, reportedly contained messages suggesting plans for a bombing. Authorities also alleged that Hunt had examined the published route of Canyon’s Fourth of July parade and documented the area with photographs.
A subsequent search of his residence reportedly uncovered additional concerning items, including materials linked to explosive construction, firearms, and a significant quantity of ammunition.
Hunt was initially taken into custody under an emergency mental health warrant just days before the holiday event. He was later formally indicted on the federal charge in September 2025.
A magistrate judge has recommended acceptance of the plea agreement, though final approval remains pending. Hunt remains in federal custody as proceedings continue.
