At least two killed after 2 bombs explode at Boston marathon
Two dead and dozens injured, according to Boston Police. Third explosion at library among at least two other explosive devices found
BOSTON (AP)– Two bombs exploded near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday, killing two people, injuring dozens and sending authorities rushing to aid wounded spectators. A senior U.S. intelligence official said two other explosive devices were found nearby.
One runner, a Rhode Island state trooper, said the blasts tore limbs off dozens of people. As smoke rose over the glass-strewn street, bloody spectators were carried to the medical tent that had been set up to care for fatigued runners.
There was no immediate word on the motive or who may have launched the attack. Some 27,000 runners took part in the 26.2-mile race, one of the world’s premier marathons.