In brief
On Saturday, an explosion rattled the fourth floor of the Goldenson Building at Harvard Medical School, prompting immediate response from law enforcement. The FBI announced the arrests of two suspects, confirming that the blast was intentional but fortunately caused no injuries or significant damage to laboratory equipment. Police continue their investigation, having found no additional threats on the premises.
BOSTON (AP) — Two Massachusetts men have been arrested in connection with a weekend explosion at Harvard Medical School, authorities said Tuesday. The FBI’s Boston office announced the arrests on social media ahead of a 1 p.m. news conference, providing no further details at this time.The explosion occurred early Saturday on the fourth floor of Harvard Medical School’s Goldenson Building. Fortunately, no one was injured, and initial reports indicated that the incident did not cause structural damage; all labs and equipment remained intact. Officials from the medical school confirmed that the Boston Fire Department examined the scene and determined the explosion was intentional.Police response included a sweep of the building, which confirmed the lack of additional devices. Notably, an officer responding to a fire alarm reported seeing two individuals fleeing from the premises, prompting further investigations. Authorities continue to look into the circumstances surrounding the incident.}
