Man picking up debris loses hand after blast on California beach, family says
Summary
A man named Jason lost his hand after an explosive device went off while he was picking up debris on a beach in Northern California. He was seriously injured and taken to a hospital for treatment, and authorities are investigating the explosion.Key Facts
- The incident happened on July 5 at Point St. George beach parking lot in Crescent City, Del Norte County.
- Jason was walking along the beach with his girlfriend and collecting discarded fireworks and trash.
- He picked up an item described as a "bomb-like device" that exploded suddenly.
- The blast caused Jason to lose his hand and injured his vision and hearing.
- Jason was first taken to Sutter Coast Hospital, then transported to UC Davis hospital in Sacramento for more treatment.
- His girlfriend used her shirt as a tourniquet to stop the bleeding before help arrived.
- The sheriff’s office is investigating and searching the area for more explosive devices.
- Authorities advise the public not to touch suspicious items and to report them immediately to law enforcement.
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