A man threw an explosive device, likely a hand grenade, into the US Embassy compound in Montenegro at approximately midnight local time Wednesday.
After throwing the device, the man killed himself.
(2 of 2) Most probably, the device was a hand grenade. Police investigation and identification is under way directed by the prosecutor.
Police Administration of Montenegro— Govt. of Montenegro (@MeGovernment) February 22, 2018
The State Department confirmed the attack, and stated that Embassy officials are working with local law enforcement to identify all assailants.
.@USEmbassyMNE confirms there was a small explosion near the U.S. Embassy compound at approximately midnight local time on February 22. The Embassy is currently conducting an internal review to confirm the safety of all staff.
— Morgan Ortagus (@statedeptspox) February 22, 2018
At this time, Embassy officials are working closely with police to identify the assailant(s). We refer press to local law enforcement authorities for more details on this evolving investigation.
— Morgan Ortagus (@statedeptspox) February 22, 2018
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
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