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Nashville authorities believe an explosion that occurred in downtown Nashville early Christmas morning was an "intentional act" and sparked by a vehicle.
Police responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle parked outside the AT&T building just before 6 a.m. Upon arrival, police said an officer "had reason" to alert the department's hazardous devices unit, which was en route, when a "significant explosion" happened.
Three people were hospitalized with injuries, police said
Police and firefighters responded to an area near Second Avenue and Commerce Street about 6:45 a.m. Friday.
The fire department confirmed a bomb squad was on the scene with an active investigation by Metro police and federal agencies.