FBI Investigates For Stolen Munitions in UXO Accident

El Paso, Texas The FBI is leading a multi-agency investigation following a tragic accident in which two women were injured in an explosion of a 40 mm round which destroyed their pickup truck. The names and conditions of the two women have not been released, but they were reportedly mother and daughter.

County Sheriff Deputies are still investigating the case in which the pair allegedly stole the munitions from the ranges at Fort Bliss as they were collecting scrap metal.

The ranges, which are federal property, are off limits to the public. Warning signs are posted along the borders of the restricted land.