All articles tagged with #explosive device
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
A bomb exploded during Friday prayers at a mosque inside a Jakarta high school, injuring 54 people, with the suspect being a 17-year-old student. Authorities are investigating the motive, and evidence suggests the presence of weapons and a homemade bomb, though officials are cautious about labeling it a terrorist act.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by KSAT
A live pipe bomb was discovered at an apartment complex along I-10 in San Antonio, prompting evacuation and a police response; the device contained leaking black powder and is being safely transported for destruction, with investigations ongoing.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Axios
Two men were arrested in Salt Lake City, Utah, after an incendiary device was found under a news vehicle during coverage of Charlie Kirk's death; the device was lit but failed to explode, and the suspects face serious charges including terrorism and possession of explosive devices.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by ABC News
A Utah man, Adeeb Nasir, was arrested after placing an incendiary device under a news media vehicle, which was found to be a real but failed to ignite, leading to terrorism charges and a federal investigation involving hazardous materials and potential threats to public safety.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Israel National News
Five IDF soldiers from the Netzah Yehuda Battalion were killed and 14 injured when an explosive device detonated in Beit Hanoun, Gaza, marking the deadliest incident since recent escalations. Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed condolences and mourning for the fallen soldiers, emphasizing their sacrifice in the fight against Hamas.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Haaretz
An Israeli soldier, Sergeant Yisrael Natan Rosenfeld, was killed by an explosive device in northern Gaza, amid ongoing conflict and violence in the region.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Jerusalem Post
Three IDF soldiers were killed and seven others wounded in the Gaza Strip when an explosive device detonated, causing a building to collapse. The soldiers were scanning tunnels in Rafah at the time. Rescue operations confirmed the deaths of the three soldiers, while medical personnel stabilized two critically injured soldiers. Additional incidents across Gaza resulted in serious injuries to several other soldiers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian US
A 26-year-old man, Kyle Benjamin Douglas Calvert, has been arrested and charged with detonating an explosive device outside the state attorney general’s office in Alabama. The device had characteristics of an improvised explosive device and contained nails and shrapnel. Calvert allegedly placed stickers advocating various political ideologies on state buildings on the night of the explosion. If convicted, he faces a mandatory minimum of five years in prison. The attorney general, Steve Marshall, expressed relief at Calvert's arrest and suggested that the act was not random violence.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
A 26-year-old Alabama man, Kyle Benjamin Douglas Calvert, has been arrested and indicted on federal charges in connection to the detonation of an explosive device outside the state attorney general’s office in February. Calvert faces charges of malicious use of an explosive and possession of an unregistered destructive device. The incident occurred in Montgomery, and no one was injured. If convicted, Calvert could face between five and 20 years in prison.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
A 26-year-old Alabama man, Kyle Benjamin Douglas Calvert, has been charged with detonating an explosive device outside the state attorney general's office. The device, which included nails and shrapnel, was set off in late February and no injuries were reported. Calvert faces federal charges for malicious use of an explosive and possession of an unregistered destructive device, with a potential prison sentence of up to 20 years. The motive for the incident has not been disclosed, but court documents revealed a monthslong investigation involving surveillance and social media analysis. Public officials at both state and federal levels are facing increasing threats, with a rise in reported abuse and threats against legislators.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by AL.com
Kyle Benjamin Douglas Calvert, 26, has been charged with detonating an explosive device outside the Alabama Attorney General’s Office. He is also accused of placing stickers advocating various political ideologies, including support for Antifa. The FBI used surveillance footage and social media posts to track Calvert's movements and identify him as the suspect. If convicted, he faces a minimum of five years in prison.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian US
An explosive device was thrown onto the porch of the Satanic Temple in Salem, Massachusetts, causing cosmetic damage to the building. The device failed to detonate successfully and was only discovered hours later. The situation has been contained, and police have confirmed there is no ongoing threat. This incident follows previous attacks on the temple, including a fire set in 2022. The co-founder of the Satanic Temple described the attempted firebombing as a terroristic threat and emphasized the potential danger posed by such actions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
An explosive device was thrown onto the porch of The Satanic Temple in Massachusetts, causing damage that was not discovered until nearly 12 hours later, with no reported injuries. Police, state bomb technicians, and federal agencies are investigating the incident, which follows previous bomb threats and hate crimes at the temple. The Satanic Temple, founded in 2013, advocates for secularism and is separate from the Church of Satan.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC Boston
An explosive device was thrown onto the porch of the Satanic Temple in Salem, Massachusetts, causing damage to the building. No one was inside at the time, and police are investigating the incident with federal authorities. The temple has faced threats and attacks in the past, and a spokesperson for The Satanic Temple believes these incidents are fueled by misconceptions. The public is urged to provide any information related to the incident to the Salem Police Department.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo! Voices
A man threatened witnesses with an "explosive device" during a possible robbery attempt at a Fullerton Wells Fargo bank, leading to an officer-involved shooting outside the bank. The suspect's condition is unclear, but reports suggest the individual may have died at the scene. The Orange County sheriff's bomb squad responded to the incident, and no employees or officers were injured. The Fullerton Police Department is conducting an ongoing investigation into the ordeal.