A bomb incident, which occurred on the eve (Monday Nov. 4th) of Guy Fawkes Day, is under investigation. Several reports reaching the VONNEWSLINE indicate that the incident occurred at the McKnight Community Centre, Basseterre, St. Kitts, and resulted in a bomb exploding in one youngster’s hand.
Consequently, his thumb finger was blown off, with videos on social media depicting it on the ground, along with several drops of blood. Reports also indicate that one 17-year-old was involved.
Police have confirmed the incident. However, no details were provided “as investigators are still dealing with the matter”, a spokesperson said. More details will be provided in a subsequent newscast.
What is Guy Fawkes Day? Every year leading up to Guy Fawkes Day November 5th (which is observed in other countries), scores of children take the streets to celebrate, using explosives associated with the annual celebration.
Fawkes was a member of a group of provincial English Catholics who planned the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605 to assassinate the Protestant King James. Since then, November 5th has been the date to celebrate the King’s escape from assassination by lighting bonfires.
