An intentionally set incendiary device planted at the base of a popular tree at the University of North Carolina recently exploded and sent a professor to hospital; meanwhile the arson suspect, a former student, faces six felony charges.
The device erupted Thursday at the Davie Poplar tree, planted when the university was first founded. The tree is located near a controversial Confederate statue that has been the subject of heated student protests in recent months.
Astronomy Professor Daniel E. Reichart had been strolling along campus when the former Eagle Scout spotted a small fire burning at the base of the tree. As he attempted to stomp out the flames, the device exploded, propelling him backward and seriously burning his face and arms, according to news reports and video of the incident.
Reichart remains hospitalized, campus spokeswoman Jeni Cook told The College Fix on Monday.
“We do not know the motive nor do we know the type of explosive device that was used,” Cook also told The Fix.
An incident report provided to The College Fix states that the suspect is 24-year-old Joshua Daniel Edwards. He is a former student, Cook said.
Video courtesy of Dawn Goodfriend: pic.twitter.com/ef95QlqCEE
— The Daily Tar Heel (@dailytarheel) November 2, 2017
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