Dramatic police bodycam footage captured the moment a house in Queens, New York City, exploded into flames yesterday. 🔥 The blast occurred early in the morning on April 30 as officers responded to a domestic dispute call.
Officers were arriving at the scene following reports of a man with a knife and a smell of gas. As they approached the home, the entire building erupted in a massive explosion, knocking the police back with its force. 💥 Talk about a shocking start to a call!
Initial reports confirmed eight officers sustained minor injuries, including burns and a head laceration. Thankfully, everyone inside the building was accounted for and several were taken to the hospital. In a tragic update, CBS New York reported that a body believed to be the suspect was later recovered from the rubble.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable dangers first responders face every single day. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation.
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Bodycam shows Queens house exploding as officers respond to knife call
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