Teens charged in trash can explosion at fireworks show

Two teens accused of throwing an explosive device in a trash barrel, injuring children and creating chaos, are now facing criminal charges.

As reported on News Center 7 at 6, A 17-year-old and a 14-year-old are now facing charges of aggravated arson, inducing panic, felonious assault, and illegal sale of fireworks.

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On Saturday, the Star Spangled Heights fireworks display was interrupted when a trash barrel near food truck vendors exploded.

The flying debris hurt two children and caused panic…

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