Crime & Safety
Injuries Reported by Explosion at Boston Marathon Finish Line
Hamden had seven residents running in today's race.

Dozens of people were injured by two explosions near the Boston marathon finish line today. There are multiple reports of victims with missing limbs, bloodied heads and other serious injuries. WBZ4 reported at least a dozen victims with "grave injuries."
There were seven Hamden residents running in today's race. There is no word yet if any of them were injured in the explosions.
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency confirms there were explosions but has not released any further details. Public Safety blogger Alert New England reported that all ambulances in the area were diverted to the scene.
Jennifer Curro was right next to the prudential center when she said she heard two explosions.
"It was the loudest thing I've ever heard it stopped us in our tracks," she said.
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