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Man drives explosives-laden car into Portland club, found dead

From Jerusalem Post · (6m ago) English Critical tone

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TLDR

  • A man drove a car containing improvised explosives into the Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland early Saturday morning.
  • The driver was found dead at the scene after the fire was extinguished; authorities confirmed the explosives had not fully detonated.
  • Police are investigating the incident as isolated and not an act of terrorism, with the driver's identity still unknown.

Portland authorities responded to a shocking incident early Saturday morning when a vehicle packed with explosives was driven into the Multnomah Athletic Club, igniting a fire. Employees reported the car crashing into the building before flames erupted. Firefighters managed to control the blaze, but the driver was discovered deceased inside the vehicle. The Portland Police Bureau stated that not all explosive devices detonated, requiring the presence of the explosive disposal squad. Officer Jim DeFrain, leader of the squad, described the scene as the most complex he has encountered in over 13 years. Police Chief Bob Day has characterized the event as an isolated incident, distinct from domestic terrorism, and noted that the driver's identity remains undetermined due to the ongoing hazardous investigation. Fortunately, the club was closed at the time, and no members or staff were harmed.

by far the most complex scene

— Officer Jim DeFrainThe leader of the explosive disposal squad described the scene after the car bombing.
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