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Sheriff's lieutenant with million-pound fireworks stash led to deadly blast, prosecutors say
Samuel Machado is accused of illegally having 1 million pounds of fireworks on his property at the time of the blast and using his law enforcement position to shield the illicit operation from scrutiny for years,
Seven individuals have been indicted on charges of second-degree murder and other crimes related to a deadly explosion in Esparto last summer, which prosecutors say was caused by a long-running illegal fireworks operation.
The destruction, which occurred around 8:20 p.m. in Bregano Park, prompted a significant response, complete with agents in protective suits collecting evidence.
MADISON COUNTY, Ill. — A deadly explosion and fire at a home in Troy, Illinois, prompted a massive emergency response late Sunday night.