Overview

• An explosive device detonated outside a reproductive medicine clinic in Palm Springs, California, killing one person and injuring at least five others.
• The blast occurred at 11:00 a.m. local time on May 17, 2025, and was reportedly heard over three kilometers away.
• The FBI is leading the investigation, deploying explosive detection units to the scene, with initial findings indicating the bomb was placed in or near a car.
• Local fire officials have described the incident as an isolated act of intentional violence, though no group has claimed responsibility.
• California Governor Gavin Newsom is coordinating with federal and local agencies to provide support and bolster security measures in response to the attack.