PULLMAN, Wash. — Pullman police have arrested a man for trying to start an acquaintance's apartment on fire with what appeared to be an explosive device.
The incident occurred on the 400 block of Morton Street near WSU's campus. Police took the man into custody after he attempted to light the explosive. He has been arrested for first-degree assault.
A Spokane bomb squad is on its way to the building to dispose of any explosives. Detectives will continue to investigate the incident and say additional charges will be most likely be added.
Police say there is no active threat on campus. but a perimeter has been established until the bomb squad clears any explosives to ensure the area is safe.
This is a developing new story and we will provide more updates as we receive them.
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