A man allegedly threw an explosive device inside a California courthouse on Wednesday, injuring five people. The explosion occurred at the Santa Maria Courthouse in Santa Barbara County as the suspect was due to be arraigned on firearms violations.
Emily Shapiro, Alex Stone and Meredith DelisoA man allegedly threw an explosive device inside a California courthouse on Wednesday, injuring five people, the same day he was set to be arraigned on firearms violations , authorities said.
Five people suffered non-life-threatening injuries from the explosion, including burns, according to Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office Undersheriff Craig Bonner. The suspect was detained as he attempted to enter his car outside the courthouse, Bonner said. He was wearing body armor under his jacket, according to Bonner. He also allegedly had weapons and ammunition in his car, Parker said.
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