A person died and at least five people were injured in an explosion of vehicles outside a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California, Saturday morning, according to law sources and installation.
The researchers believe that the person who died was the suspect of the explosion, according to a source of application of the law.
An active search is ongoing to determine if there are devices planted in the area.
“The explosion seems to be an intentional act of violence and the explosion extends through blocks with several damaged buildings, some severely,” said Palm Springs police chief Andy Mills, in a statement.
On this screen, a video grip, the rubble cover the street after an explosion in Palm Springs, California, on May 17, 2025.
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Mills warned residents who are attentive to any potential evidence, and if they find it, leave it and call the authorities.
“Agents or officers will collect evidence. Our first priority is to make the scene safe for our community,” he said.
Attorney General Pam Bondi issued a statement about X that claimed that he had been informed about the situation.
“Federal agents are now responding together with the Local Police. We are working to learn more,” he said, and added, “violence against a fertility clinic is unforgivable.”
The residents received instructions to stay away from the North Indian Canyon Drive at Palm Springs, California.
The clear images show that the undulating smoke and firefighters that respond to the consequences of a possible explosion in Palm Springs, California.
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The American Palm Springs reproductive centers said a car exploded outside their facilities, but their staff, eggs, embryos and reproductive materials were unharmed.
“This morning, an unexpected and tragic incident occurred outside our Palm Springs facilities when a vehicle exploded in the parking lot near our building. We are disconsolate to know that this event claimed a life and caused injuries, and our deepest condolences are with the affected people and families,” said the arch in a statement.
On this video of a video, the first responders are shown in the scene of an explosion in Palm Springs, California, on May 17, 2025.
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“ARC will be completely operational on Monday morning, and our team is here to answer any concerns it may have. We appreciate the incredible support of our patients and the local community, as well as the rapid action of the Palm Springs police, fires and emergency responders. This moment has shaken us, but it has not stopped us. We will continue with strength, love and the hope that this is a new life in the world, arc.
The explosion occurred at North Indian Canyon Drive near East Tachevah Drive just before 11 in the morning.
On this video of a video, the first responders are shown in the scene of an explosion in Palm Springs, California, on May 17, 2025.
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The researchers raided a property on Twentynine Palms on Saturday afternoon that was believed to be related to the suspect, sources said knowledge of the investigation.
The clear images show that the undulating smoke and firefighters that respond to the consequences of a possible explosion in Palm Springs, California.
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The governor of California, Gavin Newsom, was also informed about the explosion.
“The State, through [California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services]He coordinates with local and federal authorities to support the answer, “said Newsom’s office in a statement.
“The FBI is responding with the police & Fire Partners to the scene of an explosion in N Indian Canyon Dr in Palmsprings, “said the agency in an X position.” FBI assets that are being deployed include researchers, bomb technicians and an evidence response team. Contact local authorities for security precautions in the area. “
On this video of a video, the first responders are shown in the scene of an explosion in Palm Springs, California, on May 17, 2025.
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In addition to the FBI, the ATF said it is also sending resources to Palm Springs to help, including bomb technicians and fire researchers.
-ABC News’ Jack Date, Alexander Mallin and Ivan Pereira contributed to this report.
