A Massachusetts man pleaded guilty to illegally importing, selling, and mailing radioactive and hazardous materials, along with other crimes.
Criminal Charges and Background Jacob D. Miller, 44, pleaded guilty to possessing and mailing plutonium from Russia, selling toxic substances, and illegal firearms possession as a felon. He had prior convictions for child pornography and explosives. Operating under the business Collect The Periodic Table, he sold radioactive and toxic elements online and mailed them to about 138 customers in the U.S. and abroad between 2017 and 2025.
Evidence and Findings During a search, authorities recovered explosive powder, ammunition, rifles, and digital evidence of child sexual abuse material. Miller shipped hazardous substances via U.S. mail, violating prohibitions.
Legal and Sentencing Information Charges carry penalties up to 20 years for nuclear material importation, with potential fines, plus prison terms for firearm and child pornography violations. Sentencing is scheduled for January 2027.