In the early hours of Saturday, an intentional explosion rocked the Harvard University Medical School’s Longwood campus, drawing an immediate investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The incident, occurring around 2:45 a.m., was initially triggered by a fire alarm activation at the Goldenson building on Longwood Avenue in Boston. Harvard University Police Department (HUPD) officers responded to the scene, where they encountered two individuals fleeing the building. The HUPD officer attempted to stop the pair before proceeding to investigate the fourth floor, where the explosion was discovered.
The Boston Fire Department’s Arson Unit, which responded to the scene, made an initial assessment that the explosion appeared to be intentional. Officials reported that a sweep of the building revealed no additional devices, and no injuries were reported as a result of the incident. Harvard University officials told Fox News Digital that the HUPD is actively investigating the incident in collaboration with local, state, and federal law enforcement partners. The FBI Boston field office confirmed its presence at the scene but directed further inquiries to university police.
The incident has sparked renewed attention to campus safety and security protocols, particularly given the proximity of the Harvard campus to other major institutions in Boston. Harvard University has not yet made any formal statements about the incident, but the presence of a high-profile FBI investigation has raised questions about potential threats to academic institutions. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the HUPD Detective Bureau at 617-495-1796. The incident is still under investigation, and further updates are expected as more details emerge.