Crofton Runner: 'Complete Shock and Tragedy'

A runner from Crofton was among those who completed the Boston Marathon on Monday before witnessing large explosions near the finish line. 

Kristen Sullivan told Patch via email that she was safe, but described the incident as a "complete shock and tragedy." Three people have been confirmed dead and more than 140 were reportedly injured in the blasts, according to the Boston Globe.

"Shortly after I finished the bombs went off," Sullivan said. "I saw them as I was collecting my post-race snacks and bag."

The Boston Marathon website showed Sullivan completed the marathon at 2:31 p.m. The Boston Globe reported that the first explosion happened at about 2:50 p.m., suggesting that Sullivan had completed the race less than 20 minutes prior. 

Sullivan said the athletes remained calm as they were ushered away from the scene. 

Two other runners from Crofton were also on the entry list for the race. Karen Kalber finished the race at about 2:18 p.m.

"I had finished the race and was about 200 yards from the blasts and saw the white smoke and felt the ground shake," wrote Kalber on her Facebook page. She said she was unhurt. 

There was no immediate information on Carime Richter, though the marathon's website indicates that she did not compete.

See also: 

• Marathon Explosions: 3 Crofton Runners on Entry List
• Back Bay Patch