Deadly Explosion Exposes Grave Security Lapses in LA’s Handling of Grenade Threats

In a tragic reminder of the dangers facing those who protect our communities, three Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputies were killed following a devastating explosion at the Biscailuz Training Facility. These men—Detective Joshua Kelley-Eklund, Detective Victor Lemus, and Detective William Osborn—were veteran members of the arson and explosives unit, serving with dedication for nearly two decades or more.The explosion occurred while these deputies were investigating grenades discovered at an apartment complex in Santa Monica. Authorities are now probing whether these very grenades caused the blast that claimed their lives. Beyond this immediate tragedy lies a deeper question: How did...