By Daily Mail (U.S.) | Created at 2024-09-25 18:35:26 | Updated at 2024-10-02 06:37:32
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Two people have been injured after a man set off an explosive device at a California courthouse.
The incident took place at Santa Maria Superior Court complex on Wednesday morning.
The suspect reportedly threw a backpack containing something which then went off in front of Department 9, the arraignment courtroom.
'We have two reports of non-life-threatening injuries,' spokesperson Raquel Zick said in a post on X.
She added that the explosion came from an, 'intentionally set improvised explosive device'.
Two people have been injured after a man set off an explosive device at a California courthouse
A man was immediately detained at the scene and was in custody by 9am.
A large emergency services presence remains at the area which has been taped off. Police are urging the public to stay away.
'Please avoid the area. Scene has not been deemed safe. More info to follow,' Zick added.
Superior Court Executive Officer Darrel Parker told Noozhawk that the court is currently figuring out how to manage the day's court appointments.
The court is around 150 miles from Los Angeles and is where Michael Jackson was once tried and acquitted of child abuse charges almost 20 years ago.
The incident took place at Santa Maria Superior Court complex on Wednesday morning
A Santa Maria spokesman told KSBY that City Hall, the finance department, public library and recreation and parks department were all locked down and will remain closed for the rest of the day.
Governor Gavin Newsom's office said it is 'actively monitoring the explosion' and coordinating with law enforcement.
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