Authorities are investigating after an explosive device was thrown onto the porch of The Satanic Temple in Salem, Massachusetts. The incident occurred early Monday, with no one present in the building at the time. Staff arrived later in the day to find the device and assess the damage to the building, according to a news release from Salem police.
State police bomb technicians safely cleared the device, and explosives detection dogs were brought in to sweep the area for any additional threats. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives also provided assistance in the investigation. Details regarding the extent of the damage have not been disclosed at this time.
