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Hazardous Materials Reportedly Stolen in Armed Assault
In the wake of the sudden EBS announcement last night, an emergency press conference was held, featuring officials from the Commandement de la Défense de la Fédération and Agence de Sécurité Centrale, and representatives from the Conseil National and Congrès National. Officials confirmed the EBS broadcast was legitimate and that all measures announced were to remain in effect until further notice. Further explanation was provided by an official from the Unité de Contrôle Spéciale of the ASC.
Inquiries by journalists revealed the convoy to belong to PENGUIN Logistique, carrying the waste disposal canisters on behalf of Entreprise de Fabrication IOP. IOP has confirmed the convoy was, at least partially, carrying radioactive byproducts and hazardous chemicals, and has pledged full cooperation with the investigation. The company also confirmed that a safety inspector embedded in the convoy for periodic inspections of the transport canisters was injured in the attack, and is currently recovering in hospital. The Réponse Armée team from Services de Défense Griffin & Krueger was reportedly on site providing convoy security, but G&K have declined to respond to inquiries at this time. PENGUIN Logistique declined questions regarding any injuries or fatalities sustained in the attack, and all ambulances were reportedly redirected from public hospitals to medical facilities associated with Rhodes Island Groupe de Recherche Médicale, who have also declined to provide a statement.
At this time, no group has claimed responsibility for this attack. Government officials have declined to name potential suspects, citing the necessity of maintaining security surrounding the investigation. Independent experts claim the attack is unlikely to have been committed by any known separatist groups, as the fear created by the threat of potentially chemical or nuclear terror attacks would harm the attempts at establishing credibility and legitimacy among the public.
Further updates regarding these events will be provided independent of normal publication schedule.