An Illinois resident died when hit by exploding shrapnel inWaupaca County.
Waupaca County dispatch received a 911 call regarding an explosion at E6300 County Trunk S, Marion, shortly before 9 p.m. Sunday, May 26.
The 44-year-old victim was pronounced dead at the scene by the coroner’s office.
Investigators reported that individuals ignited a homemade explosive device.
The metal tubing failed, causing shrapnel to hit the victim.
A 38-year-old New London man and a 43-year-old Clintonville man were arrested Monday, May 27. They face possible charges of homicide by negligent handling of explosives.
Names have not been released, including the victim’s gender. The case is still under investigation.