CHURCH HILL, MD News (8/17/2024) – Deputy State Fire Marshals are investigating an incident in Queen Anne’s County, where a 13-year-old boy sustained serious injuries while attempting to discharge a makeshift firearm. The incident occurred late on the evening of August 15, 2024, and involved a rudimentary weapon that investigators described as a metal pipe filled with black powder.
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According to officials, the Church Hill Volunteer Fire Company and Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services were dispatched to the 200 block of Laysan Teal Court in Church Hill just before 11:00 p.m. in response to reports of a traumatic injury. Upon arrival, first responders found the teenager suffering from burns and other traumatic injuries. After being stabilized on the scene, he was airlifted by Maryland State Police Aviation Command to Johns Hopkins Children’s Center in Baltimore, where he is currently listed in stable condition.
The Office of the State Fire Marshal was called in to investigate after it became clear that the injuries were caused by an explosion. Through their investigation, officials determined that the teenager had attempted to discharge a metal pipe filled with an unknown quantity of black powder using a cigarette lighter. The device exploded, resulting in the injuries.
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The investigation revealed no evidence suggesting that the teenager intended to manufacture a destructive device for malicious purposes. Deputy State Fire Marshals also confirmed that no other similar devices were found on the property, and there is no suspicion of criminal intent in this case.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with the handling of black powder and improvised devices. Authorities continue to stress the importance of proper education and supervision to prevent such tragedies.
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The investigation remains ongoing, but at this time, no charges are expected to be filed. The community is urged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities involving explosive materials to local law enforcement.
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