Two teens accused of throwing an explosive device in a trash barrel, injuring children and creating chaos, are now facing criminal charges.
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News Center 7’s Mike Campbell was the only reporter in court as those teens made their first appearance. He will have the latest LIVE on News Center 7 at 6:00.
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As News Center 7 previously reported, the Star Spangled Heights fireworks display was interrupted when a trash barrel near food truck vendors exploded.
The flying debris hurt two children and caused panic.
A 17-year-old and a 14-year-old are now facing charges of aggravated arson, inducing panic, felonious assault, and illegal sale of fireworks.
We will continue to update this story.
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