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Six Dunwoody Runners in Boston Marathon as Explosion Rocks Race
Boston Police said the blast occurred just before 3 p.m. Police say at least two are dead and 22 injured.
Boston Police are reporting at least two people died and another 22 were injured after two explosions occurred Monday afternoon near the finish line of the Boston Marathon.
Video of the incident shows the explosion knocking runners and bystanders to the ground following the blast.
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Six Dunwoody residents are registered entrants in the race:
- Izumi Alcober
- Richard Franklin
- Shawn Hardister
- Jeff Haushalter
- Stan Lambert
- Christopher Wise
The Boston Marathon released a statement around 4 p.m. that said, "There were two bombs that exploded near the finish line in today's Boston Marathon. We are working with law enforcement to understand what exactly has happened."
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The Associated Press is reporting at least two other explosive devices were found.
According to the Boston Marathon's website, at least six runners in this year's race listed St. Petersburg as their hometown. If you wish to search for 2013 Boston Marathon runners, click here.
The American Red Cross Safe and Well site has been activated.
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