MONROE – August 5, 2010 at 10:26 am: Officers received a report of fireworks in the 17500 block of 157th PL SE in Monroe. Upon arrival, officers observed several juveniles in a backyard of a residence. The juveniles had several plastic bottles that they were filling with toilet bowl cleaner “The Works” containing Hydrochloric acid and aluminum foil. They further observed them throw the bottles into the yard and explosions occurred. When contacted, the juveniles explained they were experimenting after seeing “You Tube” videos that showed how to make a toilet bowl cleaner bomb.
This incident involved seven juveniles, ages 17 and 16 of Monroe and Snohomish. No injuries were reported. Parents should be aware of the dangers involved in the mixing of these common household items. Charges are pending following review by the Snohomish County Prosecutor’s Office.
For additional information on this press release, contact Administrative Director Debbie Willis at 360-863-4579.
