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Boy injured in reported explosion in Tuolumne County, deputies investigate

SONORA – A minor was rushed to the hospital on Saturday after he suffered injuries in a reported explosion in Tuolumne County, the sheriff's office said. 

Around 11:45 a.m., deputies responded to Peaceful Valley Road in Sonora for reports that a boy was injured in an explosion. 

This is where they found materials consistent with manufacturing explosive devices. 

The Calaveras/San Joaquin County Bomb Squad responded to the scene. In a Facebook post at about 8:30 p.m. Saturday, deputies said detectives were still on scene investigating. 

The extent of the boy's injuries is not known, however, he was flown to a medical facility to receive treatment. 

Deputies said there is no threat to the public and the investigation is ongoing. 

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