Man fires flare gun to scare off cops in US; know what happened next
PTC News Desk: A massive explosion occurred in the Bluemont neighbourhood of the United States after a suspect fired a flare gun at police officers carrying out a search warrant.
The incident occurred in the Bluemont neighbourhood of Arlington, Virginia, across the Potomac River from Washington, and residents were advised to shelter in place.
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"As officers attempted to execute a search warrant at the home, the suspect fired several rounds inside. Following that, an explosion occurred at the residence, and officers are still investigating the circumstances of the explosion," said Arlington County police.
"Expect continued police activity and avoid the area," they went on to say.
Arlington County police said officers on the scene reported minor injuries and that no one was taken to the hospital.
According to media reports, the explosion's flames and smoke could be seen from miles away.
"I think it blew up the entire duplex," a neighbour told ARLnow, a local news outlet. "I'm sure the family next door was evacuated before it blew up, but they lost their home."
- With inputs from agencies
