A Late-Night Blast at Harvard: What Happened?
Early Morning Incident In the quiet hours of Saturday morning, a loud bang shook the Goldenson building at Harvard Medical School. Police quickly figured out it wasn't an accident. Two people ran away when a cop showed up. No one got hurt, but the building took some damage.
Suspect Descriptions The school shared pictures of the suspects later that day:
- Suspect 1: Khaki pants, gray Crocs, and a brown hoodie with "NYC" on it.
- Suspect 2: Dark plaid pajama pants and a dark hoodie, both with light-colored ski masks.
The explosion happened around 2:48 a.m. after a fire alarm went off.
Investigation Details A cop tried to stop the suspects but then checked out the building. The fourth floor, where the alarm went off, was the epicenter of the blast. The Boston Fire Department's arson team confirmed it was intentional. The Boston Police searched the building but didn't find any more dangerous stuff.
Building Information The Goldenson building, built in 1906, houses parts of the Neurobiology Department. A school admin sent an email telling faculty to stay away unless necessary. The building was open, except for the fourth floor, where the explosion happened.
Community Alert This event raises questions about security and safety on campus. It's important to stay alert and report any suspicious activity. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspects.