A controlled explosion sent shockwaves through Harvard University's prestigious campus today, triggering a massive police response and sending suspects fleeing from the scene in a dramatic getaway.
Campus Lockdown and Evacuation
The elite Ivy League institution was plunged into chaos as authorities swiftly implemented emergency protocols. Multiple buildings were evacuated while police established a secure perimeter around the Science Center, where the detonation occurred.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing individuals rapidly departing the area moments after the explosion, prompting an immediate manhunt by Cambridge Police Department and Harvard University Police.
Controlled Detonation of Suspicious Package
According to official statements, the explosion resulted from a deliberate controlled detonation of a "suspicious package" discovered on campus. The bomb squad conducted the procedure as a precautionary measure, though the nature of the package remains under investigation.
"The item was deemed potentially hazardous and required professional disposal," a police spokesperson confirmed to reporters at the scene.
Ongoing Investigation and Campus Impact
While the immediate threat has been neutralised, the investigation continues at full pace. Forensic teams are scouring the area for evidence as authorities work to identify and locate the fleeing suspects.
The incident has raised serious questions about campus security at one of America's most renowned educational institutions. University officials have assured students and staff that their safety remains the top priority as normal campus operations gradually resume.
