COUNTY DETECTIVES INVESTIGATING BOMBINGS

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Authorities are investigating four cases of homemade bombs being detonated at two Lincoln County residences.

By Jon Mayhew

WEST LINCOLN -- Authorities are hoping "money is the motivator" in four cases of homemade bombs being detonated in western Lincoln County.

Lincoln County Sheriff's detectives are investigating four cases where someone either threw or placed "Drano Bombs" on porches of two homes on Highway 182 where in three of the four cases, residents were inside sleeping.

The incidents happened between Oct. 18 and Nov. 1 at addresses 2400 and 2420 Highway 182.

Most of the incidents occurred during the early morning hours while the residents were sleeping. One was set off at 9:27 pm while the homeowner was watching television.

According to Det. Lt. Hal Kluttz, the vandals used 1-liter or 2-liter soft drink bottles that break into thousands of pieces when the explosion occurrs.

"There aren't any flames or dangerous heat produced by the explosion, but a victim could inhale the gas fumes created by the reaction of the liquid nad metal," said Kluttz. "It could cause serious burns if it gets on your skin. We are also concerned that someone could come to the door or walk out onto the porch when the explosion occurs and be seriously injured."

The explosions left liquid, aluminum foil and plastic on the porches but did not cause any structural damage.

Authorities plan on distributing Crimestoppers' flyers in several locations in West Lincoln, seeking information on the suspect or suspects. Anyone with information about the crimes should contact Crimestoppers at (704) 736-8909. Callers remain anonymous and if the tip leads to an arrest in the case, a reward of up to $1,000 may be paid.

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