Henderson, Nevada – Authorities in Henderson, Nevada, are investigating an explosion at a Mormon church that left four people with minor injuries. The incident occurred at the Arrowhead Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Wednesday night.
According to Henderson police, emergency services were called to the church on Arrowhead Trail around 8 p.m. after reports of an explosive device. Preliminary investigations suggest that a “firework” type device ignited within the building, resulting in minor injuries to four individuals. The Metropolitan Police Department and the FBI are assisting in the investigation.
Henderson Public Information Officer Katrina Farrell mentioned that the FBI’s involvement was to determine if the incident could be classified as a hate crime. The motive behind the explosion is still under investigation by local and federal authorities.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact authorities. The search for clues and the motive behind the explosion continue as authorities work to ensure the safety of the community.