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Explosion at Santa Maria Courthouse in California Injures Two, Suspect Detained by Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office

Sep 25, 2024, 05:53 PM

An explosion occurred at the Santa Maria Courthouse in California on Wednesday, resulting in two people suffering non-life-threatening injuries. The explosion was caused by an intentionally set improvised explosive device. Authorities, including the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office, responded swiftly to the incident. A suspect has been detained, and other locations are being checked for additional explosives. The courthouse and several municipal facilities have been locked down as a precaution, and the public is urged to stay away from the area.