All articles tagged with #flare gun
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
A man in his 20s from Michigan was arrested at the Capitol Visitor Center for attempting to enter with a torch lighter, flare gun, and documents intended for Congress. Authorities noted he smelled of gasoline and had shown interest in the Israel-Gaza conflict through videos.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
A man carrying a blowtorch lighter, flare gun, and bottles of accelerant was arrested at the US Capitol on Election Day after officers detected a strong smell of fuel from his backpack. The suspect, who had driven from Michigan, was found with a 25-page manifesto containing anti-government and anti-Israel statements. The incident occurred amid heightened security and bomb threats at polling locations across the US, though none of the threats were deemed credible by the FBI.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PBS NewsHour
A man was arrested at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center after being found with a torch and flare gun during a security screening. The incident led to the cancellation of public tours for the day. Authorities are on high alert for security threats in Washington, D.C., especially around Election Day, following the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
A home in Arlington, Virginia, exploded while police were attempting to serve a search warrant, causing the building to go up in flames. The suspect, who had been firing a flare gun from his home earlier in the day, remained barricaded inside and it is unclear if he survived the explosion. Three officers sustained minor injuries, but no one was hospitalized. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, and the FBI is assisting local police. Several nearby houses were evacuated, and the fire department is working to control the blaze.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian US
A suspect in Arlington, Virginia, fired a flare gun 30 to 40 times into the neighborhood before an explosion destroyed his duplex. Police responded to reports of shots fired and obtained a search warrant for the suspect's home. As officers tried to execute the warrant, the suspect discharged several rounds from what is believed to be a firearm, leading to the explosion. The suspect's condition is unknown, and an investigation is ongoing. Three officers sustained minor injuries, and the cause of the explosion is yet to be determined.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
A suspect in Arlington, Virginia, fired a flare gun multiple times into the neighborhood before a massive explosion destroyed a duplex. Police responded to reports of shots fired and obtained a search warrant for the suspect's home. As officers tried to execute the warrant, the suspect discharged several rounds from what is believed to be a firearm, leading to the explosion. The investigation into the explosion is ongoing, and while three officers reported minor injuries, no one was taken to the hospital. The cause of the explosion is still unknown, and federal agents are assisting in the investigation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WTOP
A house in Arlington, Virginia, exploded after a suspect discharged a flare gun multiple times inside the home, prompting police to respond. As officers attempted to execute a search warrant related to the flare gun incident, the suspect fired several rounds, causing the house to explode. The individual inside the home is currently unaccounted for, and three officers sustained minor injuries. The cause of the explosion is still unknown, and federal agents are assisting in the investigation. Residents in the area have been asked to shelter in place.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by FOX 5 DC
A massive explosion occurred at a home in Arlington, Virginia, after a suspect fired a flare gun during a police search. Community members in the area have been advised to shelter in place, and emergency services are currently on the scene working to extinguish the fire. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fortnite Tracker
Fortnite v25.10 update introduces new items such as Cloak Gauntlets, Relik’s MK-Alpha Assault Rifle, Flare Gun, and Reality Augments. The update also includes the Super Level Styles, which can be unlocked after reaching Level 125 in Chapter 4 Season 3 Battle Pass. Chickens and Sky Jellies have been vaulted, while the population of wolves and boars has been reduced, and the frequency of fishing spots has been decreased.