Overview
- Logan David Patterson, 18, of Plymouth, and Dominick Frank Cardoza, 20, of Bourne, were arrested Nov. 4 and charged federally with conspiracy to damage by means of fire or an explosive.
- Authorities say a large commercial firework detonated inside a locker on the fourth floor of the Goldenson Building; no injuries or structural damage were reported.
- Charging documents cite surveillance video showing the pair lighting Roman candles, scaling scaffolding to access the roof, entering the building, and fleeing after the explosion.
- Investigators say public tips following released images helped identify the suspects, who had been in the area for Halloween activities and allegedly boasted about the incident to friends.
- Officials report no evidence of an ongoing threat as forensic analysis continues; the charge carries up to five years in prison, supervised release, and fines if convicted.