Investigation Finds No Evidence of Terrorism in Rainbow Bridge Explosion

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul stated that there is no evidence to suggest that the crash and explosion on the Rainbow Bridge, which connects the US to Canada at Niagara Falls, was a terrorist attack. The incident occurred when a vehicle sped towards a border checkpoint, hit a booth, exploded, and went airborne. The driver and passenger were killed, and one booth agent was injured. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities treating a suitcase or briefcase found at the scene as a possible explosive device. The Rainbow Bridge and other Canada-US bridges have been closed as a precaution, and security measures have been increased at various locations.
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