The FBI has confirmed the arrest of two individuals linked to an intentional explosion at Harvard University’s medical campus on Saturday morning. The incident occurred just after 2:45 a.m. in the Goldenson Building, which houses facilities for the neurobiology department.
According to officials, two masked suspects were seen fleeing the scene following the blast, which affected a small section of the fourth-floor hallway. Harvard officials reported that the area has since been cleared and is fully operational, with no structural damage or harm to labs and equipment. No injuries were sustained during the explosion.
Logan David Patterson, 18, from Plymouth, and Dominick Frank Cardoza, 20, from Bourne, face charges of conspiracy to damage by means of fire or an explosive. The suspects were arrested Tuesday morning and are set for federal court arraignment later that day.
The FBI’s Boston Field Office, in collaboration with the Harvard University Police Department, conducted the arrests as part of the Boston Joint Terrorism Task Force. U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley emphasized at a news conference that while the investigation is ongoing, there is no further threat to the university.
A full statement from officials is expected Tuesday afternoon.