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One injured after package explodes on Boston's Northeastern University

First package found near building with a class in session.
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TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Police and first responders says one person had minor injuries after a package exploded on Boston's Northeastern University.

The package exploded near the campus's Creative Writing Program Building and one class had to be evacuated, according to authorities.

Police also say a second package was found at the scene and later disarmed by a bomb squad.

"A search revealed a second similar package that was ultimately rendered safe by our bomb squad. I will tell you that the scene is secure and that the investigation is ongoing." explained Boston Police Department's Felipe Colon.