Nashville: Authorities believe an explosion that rocked the downtown Nashville area early on Christmas Day was a deliberate act, according to the Metro Nashville Police Department.
Police spokesman Don Aaron said the 6.30am explosion, which shattered glass and damaged buildings, was believed to be “an intentional act”. Police earlier said they believe a vehicle was involved in the explosion. He said three people were taken to hospital for treatment, although none were in a critical condition.
Emergency personnel at the scene of the explosion in downtown Nashville early on Christmas Day.Credit:AP
Police and fire crews were on the scene, as were investigators from the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
“Right now, it’s a public safety concern, to make sure everybody is accounted for and to make sure the spread of the fire doesn’t go any further,” Michael Knight, a spokesman for the ATF in Nashville, said.
