Yarmouth man who almost died from firework explosion facing charges
YARMOUTH — A 40-year-old man who was almost killed by a firework explosion on the 4th of July is now facing criminal charges.
Police said that on Independence Day, Phat Truong was hosting a neighborhood cookout and set off some fireworks in his yard. The fireworks exploded, almost killing Truong. He was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries to his hand and leg.
Following an investigation into the incident, Truong has been charged with unlawful firework possession.
Under state law, individuals without a license cannot own, use, or sell fireworks even if they are bought legally in another state.
