Police: Bomb-like device started fire at Kansas lake

WYANDOTTE COUNTY —The Kansas City, Kansas Police Department is currently investigating a fire that occurred at Wyandotte County Lake.

Just after 5p.m. Wednesday, a witness reported hearing a loud boom and observed a white male, approximately 6-foot-1 inches tall with blond hair, wearing a long-sleeve black shirt with Saint Patrick’s-themed decorations and blue jeans, running from the area, according to a media release from Kansas City, Kansas Police.

Shortly after, a brush fire ignited. KCKPD officers, Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Deputies, and KCK Fire Department personnel responded to the scene. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire. A small incendiary device was located at the scene. No injuries were reported…

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