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id: 94c9e58163
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-12 17:20 MST
updated: 2026-11-12 18:04 MST
status: reported
outlets: 2
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# Explosive thrown at Mesa police car injures officer

Police said an explosive device was thrown at a Mesa police car early Thursday, injuring an officer. Two suspects face potential charges.

Section: [Public Safety](/phoenix/section/safety.md) · Entities: [Mesa Police Department](/phoenix/wiki/mesa-police-department.md)

## Coverage

- [FOX 10 Phoenix (KSAZ)](https://www.fox10phoenix.com/video/fmc-ue3beooe5avrsw2t), 2026-11-12 17:20 MST: Mesa cop recovering after explosive hurled at car
- [AZFamily (KTVK 3TV / CBS 5 KPHO)](https://www.azfamily.com/2026/11/13/officer-hurt-two-suspects-booked-after-explosive-device-hits-mesa-police-car/), 2026-11-12 18:04 MST: Officer hurt, two suspects booked after explosive device hits Mesa police car

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