A federal jury found Clint Addleman, 49, of Clearfield, Pennsylvania, guilty on all charged counts related to a targeted bombing that killed a woman and destroyed a building, according to a March 19 announcement by United States Attorney Troy Rivetti. The verdict was reached after two hours of deliberation following a seven-day trial before United States District Judge Stephanie L. Haines in Johnstown.
The case is significant due to the severity of the crimes and the fatal outcome for the victim. The charges included possession of an unregistered destructive device, conspiracy to maliciously destroy property by explosive or fire, malicious destruction of property by explosive or fire resulting in death, and conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine.
Evidence presented at trial showed that in early October 2019, Addleman and co-defendant Kris Nevling constructed and possessed a bomb concealed inside a package addressed to the victim using her nickname. On October 4, 2019, the package was delivered outside the victim’s apartment on East Market Street in Clearfield. The bomb detonated later that morning inside her apartment, killing her and causing a fire that destroyed the building. Trial evidence indicated that the victim owed Addleman an outstanding drug debt of about $1,000.
The jury determined that the victim’s death resulted from offenses involving explosives or fire. Addleman was also convicted for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine between January and October 2019. Sentencing for Addleman is scheduled for July 22, with possible penalties including up to life imprisonment and fines up to $250,000; actual sentencing will depend on federal guidelines considering offense seriousness and criminal history.
Nevling was previously convicted in August 2025 on similar charges related to this incident and is set for sentencing on March 25. Assistant United States Attorneys Maureen Sheehan-Balchon and Samantha A. Stewart along with Special Assistant United States Attorney Shaun E. Sweeney prosecuted the case. The investigation involved the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Clearfield Regional Police Department, and Pennsylvania State Police.
The convictions highlight ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to address violent crimes involving explosives as well as drug distribution offenses.
