US man killed after cannon explodes at baby shower
A man has died in a cannon explosion at a baby shower in the US state of Michigan.
Michigan State Police Flint Post is investigating a fatal explosion that happened Saturday at about 7.30pm in Genesee County.
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A man died in an explosion at a baby shower in Genesee County in the US state of Michigan. SMH
People were gathered for a baby shower in Gaines Township when the homeowner fired a small cannon-type device.
Troopers said the cannon blew up, causing metal shrapnel to hit three parked cars, the garage where the baby shower was being held and a 26-year-old Hartland man standing nearby.
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The man had serious injuries and was rushed to Hurley Medical Centre where he later died.
Michigan State Police is continuing to investigate the incident.
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