MONTEREY PARK, Calif. 鈥� Authorities are investigating a deadly explosion at a Los Angeles County Sheriff鈥檚 Department training facility that killed at least three deputies,
The blast occurred just before 7:30 a.m. on July 18 at the LASD鈥檚 Biscailuz Center Training Academy, also known as the Sheriff鈥檚 Enforcement Bureau compound in Monterey Park. The facility houses LASD鈥檚 special enforcement units and bomb squad.
According to preliminary information, the explosion happened while personnel were handling explosives.
The Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to the scene. Officials have not confirmed whether any additional injuries occurred.
The incident is believed to have been accidental, though the cause remains under investigation. The sheriff鈥檚 department is expected to provide more information as the inquiry continues.
In a statement, L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger expressed condolences to those affected.
鈥淚 am heartbroken to hear of the terrible tragedy that has unfolded today at an L.A. County Sheriff鈥檚 Department facility,鈥� Barger said. 鈥溾�y heart is heavy, and my thoughts are with the brave men and women of the Sheriff鈥檚 Department during this difficult time. We stand with them and their families as they navigate the hours and days ahead.鈥�
Attorney General Pam Bondi said federal agents are at the scene to investigate. No further details have been released.
I just spoke to about what appears to be a horrific incident that killed at least three at a law enforcement training facility in Los Angeles.
— Attorney General Pamela Bondi (@AGPamBondi)
Our federal agents are at the scene and we are working to learn more. Please pray for the families of the sheriff鈥檚鈥�
