Explosion reported at bomb squad exercise in Pennsylvania

Multiple injuries are reported in a Montgomery County, Pennsylvania explosion that occurred during a Montgomery County bomb squad training exercise.

ATF and FBI agents were training when the explosion occurred. The participants were installing an explosive in a car for training purposes when it suddenly exploded, according to initial reports.

At least three officers were injured in the explosion. They were quickly shifted to a nearby hospital. An FBI agent, a Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office personnel and a Pennsylvania State Trooper were among the injured.

Images circulating show a blown up car surrounded by burnt grass.

The incident is being investigated to determine the cause of the explosion and ensure such accidents or incidents are averted in the future.