PIEDMONT, SC (FOX Carolina) – The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office said an investigation is underway following an explosion at a home in Piedmont late Sunday night.

Deputies said they were called to a home on Pine Drive in reference to a house fire resulting from an explosion. A 911 call came in around 11 p.m., claiming multiple people were trapped inside the home.

Officials said by the time deputies and firefighters arrived, the fire was out and all residents were located and safe. One person was taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation and related injuries.

According to deputies, a person of interest was found behind the building with multiple injuries and was transported to the hospital. During the investigation, it was discovered that the suspect is also wanted out of Simpsonville for attempted murder.

Stay tuned as we work to get the suspect’s name and more information.

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