Police are searching for a suspect who allegedly tried to blow up a Tacoma business Monday evening.
The incident occurred at approximately 6:09 p.m., according to a news release from Officer Shelbie Boyd, spokesperson for the Tacoma Police Department. Someone approached Bad Boys Bail Bonds in the 4800 block of Pacific Avenue while three employees were inside.
The suspect placed an explosive device near the front entrance, lit it, and walked away. About 30 seconds later, the device exploded, causing significant damage to the front door and surrounding glass.
No one was injured. Police are looking into potential felony-level charges for using explosives.
“Tacoma Police detectives are investigating the incident. The Bomb Squad responded to conduct a post-blast investigation, and forensic personnel also responded to process the scene,” the release stated. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Tacoma Police Department.
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