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California: IID Functioned at High School, 2 Arrested

Submitted by AChevez1 on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 13:19

On 5 June 2024, at approximately 0915 hours local time, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Rio Mesa High School after two students functioned an improvised incendiary device (IID) at the school. The students ignited a small aerosol can inside a trashcan, injuring one staff member. The 16-year-old male students were arrested on possession of a destructive device, explosive with intent to injure/intimidate, and arson of property, among other charges.

California: Explosive Device Emplaced Near Roadway, 1 Arrested

Submitted by AChevez1 on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 13:19

On 3 June 2024, at approximately 1630 hours local time, deputies from the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department responded to reports of a suspicious device near the roadway on the 9300 block of Lomita Drive. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Arson/Bomb Detail was called to assist with handling the confirmed explosive device, which they rendered safe and removed. Authorities connected a 52-year-old felon to the device, prompting a search of his house. During the search, authorities discovered explosive precursor chemicals (EPCs) and other materials consistent with making explosive devices.

Arizona: Over 70 Pyrotechnic Devices Seized in Two Traffic Stops, 3 Arrested

Submitted by AChevez1 on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 13:06

On 8 June 2024, Mesa Police Department (MPD) officers discovered several boxes with more than 50 illegal pyrotechnics during a vehicle traffic stop. The two occupants of the vehicle, a 47-year-old man and a 22-year-old man, allegedly planned to resell the fireworks in Mesa. They were arrested and charged with possession of illegal fireworks and illegal fireworks for sale. Hours later, MPD officers conducted a separate traffic stop of a 27-year-old male driver and discovered similar boxes of illegal pyrotechnics.

TRIPwire Weekly Domestic IED Report 17-23 January 2025

Submitted by willowfield1 on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 12:53

The TRIPwire Weekly Domestic IED Report includes an overview of significant domestic device-related incidents (including bomb threats and suspicious packages) and feature highlights of significant activity. The report incorporates device-related incident trends over time and organize the data on a national level and by the 10 Federal Regions.

Mexico: Explosive Device Functioned Near Restaurant, 9 Injured

Submitted by AChevez1 on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 12:51

On 9 June 2024, at approximately 1835 hours local time, an explosive device functioned in the El Zócalo town square in Acapulco, Guerrero State. Nine people were injured in the attack. Mexican National Guard personnel and local police responded to the scene. Officials have not yet released incident details, although open source reporting suggests that either unknown person(s) threw an explosive device into the crowded square or an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) dropped an explosive device. No device details have been released. An investigation is ongoing.

Colombia: VBIED Functioned, 6 Injured

Submitted by AChevez1 on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 12:48

In the early morning hours of 12 June 2024, a vehicle borne IED (VBIED), described as a motorcycle bomb, functioned in a mixed commercial and residential area of Jamundí, Department of Valle del Cauca. Six people were injured in the blast, including a police officer from a patrol that was passing by at the time of the attack. The wounded were taken to hospitals, with three of the six suffering from serious injuries. Nearby buildings were also badly damaged by the explosion. No further device details have been released. An investigation is ongoing.

Argentina: IIDs Thrown During Protests

Submitted by AChevez1 on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 12:35

On 12 June 2024, protestors threw improvised incendiary devices (IIDs), described as Molotov cocktails, and clashed with police following a vote by the Argentinian Senate on controversial legislation supported by the president. Cars were also set ablaze during the protests, and police officers deployed water cannons and tear gas to disperse protestors. Multiple individuals were injured during the event, including protestors, legislators, and police officers. At least 10 people were arrested in connection with the event.

2023 United States Bomb Data Center (USBDC) Explosives Incident Report (EIR)

Submitted by willowfield1 on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 10:04

The 2023 Annual Explosives Incident Report (EIR) is an informational product prepared by the United States Bomb Data Center (USBDC) in collaboration with Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP), using incident data reported in the Bomb Arson Tracking System (BATS) and open-source information through the Technical Resource for Incident Prevention (TRIPwire). This report examines the total number of bombings and explosives related incidents reported in both BATS and TRIPwire for calendar year (CY) 2023.

(U) 2023 United States Bomb Data Center (USBDC) Explosives Incident Report (EIR)

Submitted by willowfield1 on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 09:56

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Washington: Man Finds IED in Home

Submitted by AChevez1 on Mon, 07/01/2024 - 17:10

During the week of 10 June 2024, Kent Police Department officers and Port of Seattle Bomb Squad technicians responded to a local business after a man seeking assistance, transported an explosive device that he had discovered in his house there. Bomb squad technicians examined the explosive device, described as a cardboard cylinder containing explosive material, and rendered it safe via a controlled detonation. No further information was released.