The FBI and Maui police are on high alert after a series of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) caused an explosion on Old Haleakala Highway in Hawaii last week. The incident left a driver injured and sent shockwaves through the community.
According to witnesses, the explosion was so powerful that it sounded like an attack, with one witness describing it as the loudest explosion she had ever heard. The white SUV struck by the device sustained significant damage, with shattered windows and holes all along the body.
Since the initial explosion, several other IEDs have been discovered and safely collected by authorities. The devices vary in shape and size, with some resembling makeshift baskets. The FBI and Maui Police Department are urging the public to report any suspicious activity that could pose a threat to public safety.
Forensic analysis is underway to determine how the devices were configured to detonate, as investigators work to identify those responsible for placing the IEDs in various locations in Hawaii. The driver of the SUV hit by the explosion has been released from the hospital.
The community is on edge as authorities work to ensure the safety of residents and visitors alike. If you see any suspicious objects, especially near roadways, do not approach them and call 911 immediately. The FBI and MPD are committed to finding those responsible for these dangerous acts and bringing them to justice.
