Bonfire Explosion in Wisconsin
An 18-year-old in Wisconsin triggered a bonfire explosion injuring more than a dozen people, sentenced to a year in jail and five years of probation. He pleaded no contest to 13 counts of injury by negligent use of an explosive.
Key Points
- Offender threw a barrel containing a mix of gasoline and diesel into the fire
- Explosion burned at least 17 of the roughly 60 youths present
- Offender claimed he didn't know his actions would cause an explosion
Pros
- Justice served with sentencing for the offender
- Victims may receive compensation through civil lawsuits
Cons
- Injuries sustained by the victims
- Dangerous and negligent behavior by the offender