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CrimeAn intentional explosion occurred at Harvard Medical School, triggering a fire alarm, but no injuries were reported. University police are investigating the incident and have released images of two suspects.

Intentional Explosion at Harvard Medical School; No Injuries Reported

An early morning explosion at Harvard Medical School has been deemed intentional by authorities, raising security concerns, although no injuries were reported.

Source: AP1 min read
Intentional Explosion at Harvard Medical School; No Injuries Reported
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In brief

An explosion occurred early Saturday at Harvard Medical School, identified as intentional by the Boston Fire Department. A university police officer witnessed two unidentified individuals fleeing the scene just before the explosion. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported, and a subsequent search of the building revealed no additional devices. Police have released grainy images of the suspects.

BOSTON (AP) — An explosion at Harvard Medical School early Saturday morning has been confirmed as intentional by the Boston Fire Department, while no injuries have been reported. University police responded to a fire alarm and encountered two unidentified individuals fleeing from the Goldenson Building just before the explosion triggered the alarm. Following an extensive sweep of the premises, authorities found no further devices, alleviating immediate concerns about additional threats. In response to the incident, police have released grainy images of the suspects, who were observed wearing face coverings and hooded sweatshirts. The situation has sparked heightened awareness and security measures on campus.}

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