In a shocking incident early Saturday morning, an explosion occurred within a building on the Harvard Medical School campus in Boston. The Harvard University Police Department reported that the explosion, which took place just before 3 a.m. at the Goldenson Building on Longwood Ave, is being treated as an intentional act.
Upon receiving a fire alarm activation, an officer was dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, the officer noticed two individuals fleeing from the Goldenson Building. Despite efforts to stop them, the officer could not identify or apprehend the suspects. Following this, the officer proceeded to the fourth floor, where the fire alarm had been triggered, and discovered evidence of the explosion.
The Boston Fire Department Arson Unit was immediately called to the site to assist in the investigation. An initial assessment indicated that the explosion appeared to be intentional, prompting a thorough sweep of the building by the Boston Police Department to ensure no additional explosive devices were present. Fortunately, no further devices were found during the search, according to police reports.
A spokesperson for the FBI confirmed their presence at the scene, stating, "We are assisting our partners at the Harvard University Police Department." However, they declined to provide additional comments, directing inquiries to the Harvard University Police Department.
As of now, no injuries have been reported as a result of the explosion. The investigation is being conducted collaboratively by the Harvard University Police Department along with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
The authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the explosion to reach out to the Harvard University Police Department's detective bureau at (617) 495-1796. Your assistance could be pivotal in advancing the investigation.
The Goldenson Building, which dates back to its construction in 1906, is one of several historic buildings on the Harvard Medical School campus, located around the HMS Quad Lawn. This incident marks a significant event in the history of the campus, raising concerns about safety and security.
Stay tuned for further updates as the investigation continues, and the authorities work diligently to uncover the details surrounding this alarming incident.
