An explosion occurred in the early hours of Saturday at a building within Harvard Medical School. Surveillance footage captured two individuals fleeing the scene immediately after the incident. The explosion took place just shy of 3 a.m. on the fourth floor of the Goldenson building, situated on the main quad of the Harvard Longwood Campus, as per reports from law enforcement.
Two individuals were spotted leaving the building at the time of the explosion, according to the Harvard University Police Department. An officer from the university attempted to apprehend the suspects but was unable to do so. The officer subsequently entered the building to respond to the alarm triggered by the explosion.
The Boston Police Department released surveillance images of the suspects on Saturday. The images show two individuals wearing masks and hooded sweatshirts. The Boston Fire Department has concluded that the explosion was a deliberate act.
After a comprehensive search of the building, the fire department did not find any additional explosive devices. Despite the magnitude of the explosion, there were no reported injuries. The exact nature of the explosive device used remains uncertain. Sources close to the investigation have stated that it was not a bomb, but have not provided any additional details.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is currently participating in the investigation. Both the Boston Police Department and the FBI have refrained from commenting on the ongoing investigation. Attempts to get a comment from the Harvard University Police Department have been unsuccessful.
This incident has sparked concerns about campus security and the potential for future threats. The investigation is still underway, and authorities are encouraging anyone with information to come forward.