Two explosions occurred near the finish line at the Boston Marathon on April 15, about four hours after the start of the race. At least three people were killed, and more than 170 were wounded.
Boston Marathon Explosion

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One of the blast sites on Boylston Street near the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon is investigated by two people in protective suits in the wake of two blasts in Boston April 15, 2013.

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Runner John Ounao cries when he finds friends after several explosions rocked the finish of the Boston Marathon, April 15, 2013.

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A police officer clears Boylston Street following an explosion at the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon, April 15, 2013.

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Medical workers aid a wounded woman at the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon following two explosions there, April 15, 2013.