In a concerning incident in Heraklion, Greece, students managed to construct a homemade explosive device and activate it within their schoolyard. This occurred on a Monday night when middle school students jumped over a fence to place and detonate the device. The local police have launched an investigation, apprehending one of the suspected individuals while seeking the other two involved in the act.

The arrested minor allegedly confessed to having seen instructional videos on social media that guided them in the construction of the explosive device. The device was reportedly made using flammable materials and small gas canisters combined with firecrackers, raising serious concerns about the potential for severe injury or even tragedy had the circumstances been different.

Authorities revealed that the construction of the device was extremely dangerous, adding to the gravity of the situation. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the incident highlights the urgent need for increased awareness and education regarding the dangers of experimenting with explosive materials, especially among minors.