Explosion rocks Connecticut neighborhood; multiple injuries

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Authorities are investigating a possible explosion in North Haven, Connecticut, according to a law enforcement official. Multiple people were injured, according to CBS affiliate WFSB-TV. A large fire also broke out.

The North Haven police department was investigating a domestic violence incident around 7 p.m. local time, according to a statement to CBS News. This led to a barricaded individual where SWAT was called in. There was a large explosion during the investigation that prompted street closures.

A Connecticut town official confirms to The Associated Press that four police officers were injured. North Haven First Selectman Michael Freda says the injuries are not life-threatening.

Freda also explained that police were responding to a report of a man barricaded in a house with his family and that officers were trying to get him out when the explosion took place near the back of the house.

WFSB-TV reporter Matthew Campbell wrote on Twitter that the suspect is still inside the home and that the fire is coming from another structure within the property.

Police officials urge residents to avoid the area. Connecticut State Police and SWAT officers have responded to the scene.

Images from a WFSB-TV photojournalist show the scene and a large amount of flames:

One WFSB-TV reporter caught video of two people being taken away in handcuffs, but it’s unclear what connection they may have to Wednesday night’s explosion.

This is a breaking story. Please refresh page often for the latest updates.

CBS News’ senior investigative producer Pat Milton contributed to this report.

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