A 50-year-old Arkansas man is behind bars after allegedly setting off an explosion at his ex-wife’s home. Authorities say the blast happened just 12 days after their divorce was finalized and followed months of severe threats.
Garland County jail records show Randall Hamblen is facing charges of arson, second-degree battery, aggravated assault, and violating a protective order. His bond is set at $100,000.
The incident unfolded on May 20. Officials say Hamblen drove his gold 2003 Dodge 1500 pickup truck to a home on Tallentwood Place, a residence he used to share with his ex-wife. When another man answered the door, Hamblen reportedly told him, “Oh good, you’re here. Get the dogs out of the house.”…