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Florida man is held without bond after a chemical pipe bomb explodes on a Putnam County deputy during a traffic stop.
The deputy pulled over a driver and, while searching the car, a small container exploded, exposing him to a powdery substance.
The bomb had chunks of chlorine on one side and brake fluid on the other; reports say.
A valve separated the two substances; turning it mixed them, causing a poisonous gas and explosion; reports say.
Investigators believe the deputy may have accidentally moved the valve while handling the device.
Two bomb squad robots searched the truck before the crew entered to collect evidence.
The deputy was taken to the hospital, evaluated, and released in good condition.
Charles Legault was charged with possessing an explosive, aggravated battery, trafficking methamphetamine and illegal possession of a gun silencer.