Law firms sent explosive packages in Canada

A man has been charged with two counts of attempted murder after explosive devices were sent to law firms and other businesses in the city of Winnipeg.

Winnipeg

The search for Guido Amsel, 49, began on Friday when a bomb exploded at a small law firm and severely injured a woman. Mr Amsel was caught and then also charged with aggravated assault and of possessing explosives. Police say that Mr Amsel had targeted law firms which had acted for himself or his ex-wife in the past.

Other bombs

Another bomb, sent to a business, went off on Saturday. A third was found and detonated at another law firm on Sunday. Police have warned that other bombs might have been sent to other premises.

Divorce lawyer warning

Only a few days ago a divorce lawyer in the US warned that family lawyer lawyers need to protect themselves against violent attacks. Mr Amsel went throuigh a lengthy divorce. His wife was represented by the woman who was injured and who is still in hospital with serious injuries to her upper body. Source: CTV News

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