BOSTON (CNN)- There was a serious explosion at the annual Boston Marathon around 2:50 p.m. Shortly after the top racers reached the finish line the blasts begin. Two duffle bags were found shortly after the blast. Original reports revealed from the New York Post reported following the breaking news that 12 were dead and 50 total were injured.
Following after flooding reports, according to CNN, there were reports at the event that there were a total of 3 dead and 149 severe injuries. Among the victims identified included an 8-year old boy named Martin Richard.
The area was highly secured during the event, as police, the fire unit, and the National Guard rushed to the aid of injured runners, especially one that collapsed immediately after the first blast. Suddenly, the second bomb went off in a span of 15 to 20 seconds shortly after the first one. Authorities report that there are no arrest and investigation is The Boston Marathon is a huge annual event celebrated nationwide and recognized globally.
Former Commissioner of Boston, Bill Bratton, commented on the even from the NBC London Bureau.The location where the bombing occurred happened about 20 to 50 yards from the finish line, shortly after the top racers reached the line.
In previous years, a white supremacist left a duffle bag at the scene of a Martin Luther King event in Portland, Oregon. They found a duffle bag and kept the explosive device from detonating.
As investigations proceeds, forensic analyst suspect the Boston Marathon Explosion a possible intention of a terrorist attack. Many suspect it was not coincidental that there were two duffle bags found close to the finish line. There was a third incident, were another bomb was found at the John F. Kennedy Library but did not commence, shortly after the first series of explosions. It is reported to be fire related not connected to the speculations of the prior explosions. Boston Commissioner Ed Davis advised everyone and to keep away from the parameter area and stay inside there homes.
Telephone companies were commanded within the area to shut down. The authorities were being cautious of the cell phones possibly detonating bombs in the area. Homeland Security is currently involved. The President address will be at 6:10 this evening in reference to the nation about what occurred in Boston, Massachusetts today.
Condolences and hope to the families. If there are any concerns related to the incident and if you have any serious tips of suspects in relevance to the event, please dial the following tip lines at 617-635-4500 or 1800-494-TIPS.
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