Explosion reported near Boston Marathon finish line

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The discussion revolves around the explosions reported near the Boston Marathon finish line, including the immediate aftermath, injuries, and the emotional impact on participants and spectators. The scope includes eyewitness accounts, media reports, and personal reflections on the event's significance.

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Main Points Raised

  • Initial reports indicate two explosions occurred near the Boston Marathon finish line, leading to injuries and evacuations.
  • Witnesses described severe injuries, including victims losing limbs, and there are conflicting reports about the number of casualties.
  • Some participants shared personal connections to the event, expressing deep emotional responses and concerns for fellow runners and spectators.
  • There are claims of a third explosion at the JFK Library, but some participants question whether this was a separate incident or a normal fire.
  • Reports of a suspect being identified as a Saudi national have been met with skepticism, with some participants challenging the credibility of the sources.
  • Discussions about the impact on cell service in the area, with reports suggesting it was shut off to prevent further detonations.
  • Participants expressed frustration and sadness over the senseless nature of the violence, particularly affecting innocent spectators.
  • Some participants noted the broader context of violence, referencing similar incidents in other parts of the world.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of emotions and opinions, with no clear consensus on the details of the events or the motivations behind them. Disagreements exist regarding the accuracy of reports and the implications of the attacks.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations in the information shared, including varying reports on the number of casualties and the nature of the explosions. Some statements rely on unverified sources, and the emotional responses reflect personal experiences and connections to the marathon.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in the Boston Marathon, those affected by the events, and anyone following news related to public safety and violence in crowded events may find this discussion relevant.

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http://www.cnn.com/2013/05/22/justice/florida-fbi-shooting-boston/index.html?hpt=hp_t1

CNN) -- Deceased Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev participated in a 2011 gruesome triple homicide outside Boston along with a Chechen killed early Wednesday during a confrontation with the FBI and Massachusetts State Police in Orlando, Florida, a federal law enforcement official told CNN.

Ibragim Todashev, who died during the interview with authorities, not only confessed to his direct role in slashing the throats of three people in Waltham, Massachusetts, but also fingered Tsarnaev in the deaths, the official said Wednesday.
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Todashev was being interviewed in the kitchen of his Florida home. He grabbed a knife, which is why fatal force was used, according to a source briefed on the ongoing investigation.

"Preliminary information indicates the agent took actions to defend himself," said a federal law enforcement official with direct knowledge of the case.

"The agent sustained non-life-threatening injuries," FBI spokesman Jason Pack said.
 
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  • #182
Interesting.
 
  • #183
encorp said:
Interesting.

In a kind of way.