Officials Report Intentional Explosion at Harvard Medical School Building

An explosion occurred early Saturday morning at a building associated with Harvard Medical School in Boston. Authorities have classified the blast as intentional.

Incident Overview

The explosion took place at approximately 2:50 a.m. at the Goldenson Building, located at 220 Longwood Avenue. A police officer from Harvard University responded to a fire alarm at the site.

Response to the Explosion

Upon arrival, the officer noticed two unidentified individuals fleeing from the building. The officer attempted to detain them before entering the building for further investigation.

Inside, evidence of an explosion was discovered on the fourth floor. This prompted an investigation by the Boston Fire Department’s arson unit, which later confirmed that the blast was deliberately set.

Investigation Details

In the aftermath, Boston police conducted a thorough sweep of the premises to ensure no additional devices were present. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident.

The Harvard University Police Department is collaborating with various law enforcement agencies, including local, state, and federal entities, to investigate this serious matter.

Call for Information

Authorities are seeking assistance from the public. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to reach out to the Harvard University Police Department’s detective bureau at 617-495-1796.