Explosion

Colorado Man Arrested for Allegedly Attempting to Kill Officers in Intentional Explosion During Disturbance

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EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. — A man is facing severe charges after an explosion during a police response to a family disturbance left several law enforcement officers injured. Authorities allege that Miguel Borja, 35, intentionally detonated a device while officers were attempting to enter his residence. The incident unfolded Saturday around 5:30 p.m. when deputies were called in to assist the Monument Police Department. Reports indicated that Borja had exhibited troubling behavior prior to the explosion. According to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, Borja reportedly attempted to set another individual on fire, prompting first … Read more

Tragic Home Explosion in Virginia Sparks Lawsuit Against Southern States Cooperative for Negligence

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STERLING, Va. — Residents of Sterling are reeling after a catastrophic explosion earlier this year claimed the life of a firefighter, prompting legal action against Southern States Cooperative for allegedly overlooking safety concerns. The legal complaint, announced Friday, includes eight plaintiffs, notably Sterling Volunteer Fire Department Captain Karam Mashall and the widow of Trevor Brown, who died while responding to the February 16 incident. The lawsuit, filed in a Virginia state circuit court, accuses Southern States Cooperative of negligence, claiming the company filled a propane tank despite known safety issues just hours before the explosion … Read more

Missouri Father Sues Utility Companies Over House Explosion That Killed Son, Alleging Negligence and Safety Violations

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LEXINGTON, Mo. — A devastating house explosion earlier this month has led to a legal battle as Jacob Cunningham, a father who lost his son and suffered injuries alongside his daughter, filed a lawsuit against four utility and construction companies. The lawsuit claims that their negligence was directly responsible for the tragic incident that has deeply affected the Cunningham family. The lawsuit, lodged in Lafayette County Circuit Court, points the finger at United Fiber, Alfra Communication, Sellenriek Construction, and Liberty Utilities, alleging their operations or oversights brought about the April 9 explosion at the Cunningham’s … Read more

San Antonio Jury Awards Over $100 Million to Family Injured in House Explosion, Holds CPS Energy Accountable

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San Antonio, Texas — A Bexar County court ruled on Thursday that CPS Energy is responsible for a devastating house explosion in May 2021, awarding a substantial $109.5 million to the victims, Robert Rymers and his mother Virginia. The judgment underlines the demands for greater accountability and safety standards within utility operations. The explosion, which took place on Walters Street, resulted in severe burns covering nearly 65% of Robert Rymers’ body and significant injuries to his elderly mother. Nearly four years after the incident, the family’s quest for justice culminated in the court’s decision, highlighting … Read more