RV Explosion in downtown Nashville this morning

[Rip_E_2_Joe_PA]

'Evacuate now. There is a bomb': Human remains reportedly found near explosion in Nashville that damaged 41 buildings, injured 3

An explosion in downtown Nashville on Christmas morning damaged at least 20 buildings and left three people hospitalized with injuries, police said.

www.usatoday.com

 

[NittanyIllinois]

These guys are real, one runs a high end security company . They find it troubling because it seems sophisticated for a disgruntled employee. They’re not speculating on who or why yet but they believe it goes beyond that and is some type of warning. It’s quite possible LE has more knowledge at this time and of course are keeping it quiet .

It's very possible. And I personally doubt it was a single disgruntled employee.

I have my own theories, but right now, they're worthless without anything real to go on.

Having dealt with these situations in the past, what looks obvious or clear very, very often is anything but. An attack may appear sophisticated and well-orchestrated when in fact one single dude without any training pulled it off. I've seen attacks conducted by serious professionals go bust and reek of amateur hour. And everything in between.

We'll just need to wait and see.

 

[The Spin Meister]

I’ve heard they wanted the civilian out, but first responders in, police Fire department etc and get them

Yeah, the shots fired were to draw in cops and security types. Even the bomb warnings draw in the bomb squad. Seems like they wanted civilians out but police in. All speculation of course.

 

[PSU_522]

Yeah, the shots fired were to draw in cops and security types. Even the bomb warnings draw in the bomb squad. Seems like they wanted civilians out but police in. All speculation of course.

That’s what I said, ala Eric Rudolph where he bombed empty abortion clinics just too lure in first responders to kill with the 2nd bomb.

 

[The Spin Meister]

That’s what I said, ala Eric Rudolph where he bombed empty abortion clinics just too lure in first responders to kill with the 2nd bomb.

Louie Freeh says it was Richard Jewell

 

[PSU_522]

Louie Freeh says it was Richard Jewell

Louie Freeh is an idiot

 

[The Spin Meister]

Human remains have been found in the immediate area per a breaking report.

Confirmed that ‘human tissue’ was found. Hope it was perp and not an innocent.

 

[SUPERTODD]

Two thoughts:
1) I think the significance of this being one of the two holiest days in Christendom should not be discounted. Islamic terror is all about symbolism.

2) Seems like a test run of some sort. Knocking out communication, cell service etc seems too much of a coincidence.

 

[NittanyIllinois]

Two thoughts:
1) I think the significance of this being one of the two holiest days in Christendom should not be discounted. Islamic terror is all about symbolism.

2) Seems like a test run of some sort. Knocking out communication, cell service etc seems too much of a coincidence.

Not to say it never happens (because it does), but the jihadist types don't pay attention to dates of Western significance like Christmas the way we do.

And there's no way an ISIS fan boy would provide a countdown and warn people to leave the area before detonation.

I guess I should never say never. But I'd be mildly surprised if this were linked to somebody affiliated with or acting in the name of ISIS or al-Qaida.

I do tend to agree that a test run of sorts could be in play, here.

 

[PSU_522]

Militant Islamists rarely conduct attacks on dates significant to us. Not to say it never happens, but they don't pay attention to dates like Christmas the way we do.

And there's no way an ISIS fan boy would provide a countdown and warn people to leave the area before detonation.

I guess I should never say never. But I'd be stunned if this were linked to somebody affiliated with or acting in the name of ISIS or al-Qaida.

I do tend to agree that a test run of sorts could be in play, here.

There’s a bomb in Centennial Park.

 

[NittanyIllinois]

There’s a bomb in Centennial Park.

Meaning, to draw in first responders/law enforcement? It's very possible.

 

[BW Lion]

Not to say it never happens (because it does), but the jihadist types don't pay attention to dates of Western significance like Christmas the way we do.

And there's no way an ISIS fan boy would provide a countdown and warn people to leave the area before detonation.

I guess I should never say never. But I'd be mildly surprised if this were linked to somebody affiliated with or acting in the name of ISIS or al-Qaida.

I do tend to agree that a test run of sorts could be in play, here.

The only thing I’ve learned from this thread is that you’re in love with yourself and your opinions.

 

[NittanyIllinois]

The only thing I’ve learned from this thread is that you’re in love with yourself and your opinions.

Merry Christmas to you and yours. Appreciate your input.

 

[NittanyIllinois]

Apparently the first batch of individuals are being questioned by police. No suggestion that any are suspects.

Flights out of Nashville grounded because of the telecommunications outage, and 911 services still out up to 180 miles away. I wonder if the attackers themselves would have anticipated this kind of impact.

 

[Obliviax]

Apparently the first batch of individuals are being questioned by police. No suggestion that any are suspects.

Flights out of Nashville grounded because of the telecommunications outage, and 911 services still out up to 180 miles away. I wonder if the attackers themselves would have anticipated this kind of impact.

Should be a lot of evidence with an RV. There has to be a registration and video

 

[NittPicker]

Should be a lot of evidence with an RV. There has to be a registration and video

I hope they had the sense to steal or rent the RV. Why buy one if you're going to blow it up anyway?? OTOH, it may have been cheaper to buy if they blew it up before the first payment was made. It didn't look like a brand new or high end model anyway.

 

[MtNittany]

I hope they had the sense to steal or rent the RV. Why buy one if you're going to blow it up anyway?? OTOH, it may have been cheaper to buy if they blew it up before the first payment was made. It didn't look like a brand new or high end model anyway.

My guess would be stolen. Unless they want to get caught or committed suicide.

 

[Crayfish57]

The Amish probably have a hand in it. They are the big RV builders

 

[SUPERTODD]

Not to say it never happens (because it does), but the jihadist types don't pay attention to dates of Western significance like Christmas the way we do.

And there's no way an ISIS fan boy would provide a countdown and warn people to leave the area before detonation.

I guess I should never say never. But I'd be mildly surprised if this were linked to somebody affiliated with or acting in the name of ISIS or al-Qaida.

I do tend to agree that a test run of sorts could be in play, here.

Almost everything you wrote is incorrect. As far back as the Yom Kippur War, one of the main tactics practiced by Islamic terrorists is to attack on holidays. They are times where more media coverage is present and generally more people are in the street.

There are tons of examples. Just off the top of my head I can remember Islamist attacks in various parts of the world on All Saints Day, Diwali, Palm Sunday., Easter, Christmas and Passover. Boko Haram attacks nearly every Christian holiday. Most of the Islamic Brotherhood massacres occurred in Egypt on Christian holidays.

The animals even pick Muslim holidays like Eid and Ramadan to attack their coreligionists who are not “devout enough” or a different sect.

 

[bourbon n blues]

It's very possible. And I personally doubt it was a single disgruntled employee.

I have my own theories, but right now, they're worthless without anything real to go on.

Having dealt with these situations in the past, what looks obvious or clear very, very often is anything but. An attack may appear sophisticated and well-orchestrated when in fact one single dude without any training pulled it off. I've seen attacks conducted by serious professionals go bust and reek of amateur hour. And everything in between.

We'll just need to wait and see.

Checked with my one friend and right now he has no inkling if it’s left wing, right, or Islamic yet. He’s been paid to figure this stuff out for a long time now btw.
He said that this area of Nashville is “liberal” and conservatives tend to not “sh!t where they eat “. But lately due to crazy internet speculation these various groups are getting ideas from clowns like use and our stupid theories.
Also false flags are extremely rare but there’s talk of them ramping up because guess what? They’re rare . We are helping the bad guys eith out chatter in his opinion .
Which he said means maybe this is a right wing group trying to lay it on Antifa. Or jihadists getting really tricky .

 

[bourbon n blues]

Almost everything you wrote is incorrect. As far back as the Yom Kippur War, one of the main tactics practiced by Islamic terrorists is to attack on holidays. They are times where more media coverage is present and generally more people are in the street.

There are tons of examples. Just off the top of my head I can remember Islamist attacks in various parts of the world on All Saints Day, Diwali, Palm Sunday., Easter, Christmas and Passover. Boko Haram attacks nearly every Christian holiday. Most of the Islamic Brotherhood massacres occurred in Egypt on Christian holidays.

The animals even pick Muslim holidays like Eid and Ramadan to attack their coreligionists who are not “devout enough” or a different sect.

You’re both potentially right.

 

[bourbon n blues]

Two thoughts:
1) I think the significance of this being one of the two holiest days in Christendom should not be discounted. Islamic terror is all about symbolism.

2) Seems like a test run of some sort. Knocking out communication, cell service etc seems too much of a coincidence.

1. Can be a distraction. 2. Yep

 

[Art]

Almost everything you wrote is incorrect. As far back as the Yom Kippur War, one of the main tactics practiced by Islamic terrorists is to attack on holidays. They are times where more media coverage is present and generally more people are in the street.

There are tons of examples. Just off the top of my head I can remember Islamist attacks in various parts of the world on All Saints Day, Diwali, Palm Sunday., Easter, Christmas and Passover. Boko Haram attacks nearly every Christian holiday. Most of the Islamic Brotherhood massacres occurred in Egypt on Christian holidays.

The animals even pick Muslim holidays like Eid and Ramadan to attack their coreligionists who are not “devout enough” or a different sect.

Not going to argue the premise of your post, but the Yom Kippur War is a bad example.

 

[massimoManca II]

I hope they had the sense to steal or rent the RV. Why buy one if you're going to blow it up anyway?? OTOH, it may have been cheaper to buy if they blew it up before the first payment was made. It didn't look like a brand new or high end model anyway.

it was a 1994 (ish) Chateau Sport class-C on a Ford E-350 chassis (I immediately recognized the font on the overcab bunk / LR quarter).. these things are littered across the countryside in drivable condition and can be had for about $3000

this has all the markings of Kevin Goatee and Duane Wraparoundsunglasses

 

[bison13]

Checked with my one friend and right now he has no inkling if it’s left wing, right, or Islamic yet. He’s been paid to figure this stuff out for a long time now btw.
He said that this area of Nashville is “liberal” and conservatives tend to not “sh!t where they eat “. But lately due to crazy internet speculation these various groups are getting ideas from clowns like use and our stupid theories.
Also false flags are extremely rare but there’s talk of them ramping up because guess what? They’re rare . We are helping the bad guys eith out chatter in his opinion .
Which he said means maybe this is a right wing group trying to lay it on Antifa. Or jihadists getting really tricky .

Agree that Nashville is liberal but that part of Broadway many of the bar owners are the opposite.

 

[The Spin Meister]

it was a 1994 (ish) Chateau Sport class-C on a Ford E-350 chassis (I immediately recognized the font on the overcab bunk / LR quarter).. these things are littered across the countryside in drivable condition and can be had for about $3000

this has all the markings of Kevin Goatee and Duane Wraparoundsunglasses

Nice call, Louie.

 

[bourbon n blues]

Agree that Nashville is liberal but that part of Broadway many of the bar owners are the opposite.

This is getting a little technical and it’s in the figuring out stage .

 

[81b&w]

Two thoughts:
1) I think the significance of this being one of the two holiest days in Christendom should not be discounted. Islamic terror is all about symbolism.

2) Seems like a test run of some sort. Knocking out communication, cell service etc seems too much of a coincidence.

Number 2 makes a lot of sense

 

[diontechristmas]

Number 2 makes a lot of sense

Agree, 5 AM on Christmas morning is obviously not a time one would choose if they wish to maximize casualties. The perpetrators expected the streets to be deserted and apparently issued a warning. Was it a “warning” a “false flag” or a dry run? All seem possible and this is very mysterious.

 

[BBrown]

Almost everything you wrote is incorrect. As far back as the Yom Kippur War, one of the main tactics practiced by Islamic terrorists is to attack on holidays. They are times where more media coverage is present and generally more people are in the street.

There are tons of examples. Just off the top of my head I can remember Islamist attacks in various parts of the world on All Saints Day, Diwali, Palm Sunday., Easter, Christmas and Passover. Boko Haram attacks nearly every Christian holiday. Most of the Islamic Brotherhood massacres occurred in Egypt on Christian holidays.

The animals even pick Muslim holidays like Eid and Ramadan to attack their coreligionists who are not “devout enough” or a different sect.

Good thing today doesn't have any significance in military operations, ehh?

 

[LaJolla Lion]

Seems like a dry run to knock out communications possibly. Hopefully they are caught soon and the group responsible are hammered into the ground.

 

[Delco Lion]

Surprised no one has mentioned motive as a possible suicide?? The police have not commented nor released any videos of the driver exiting the video. You would think they would have secured videos of that by now. With human remains being found, it could be a possible suicide. Appears to be a gunpowder bomb.

 

[LaJolla Lion]

Surprised no one has mentioned motive as a possible suicide?? The police have not commented nor released any videos of the driver exiting the video. You would think they would have secured videos of that by now. With human remains being found, it could be a possible suicide. Maybe making a statement or had a grudge. Tried to make sure he didn’t injure anyone else.

You can do the same thing in an open field outside Nashville. Knocking out service and parking right there seems very suspicious.

 

[Delco Lion]

You can do the same thing in an open field outside Nashville. Knocking out service and parking right there seems very suspicious.

I thought about that. Why not go out in a field and just end it and not hurt anyone? That is where the grudge may come in.

 

[RickinDayton]

The people I know in military intelligence say this points to the opposite. Capable and sophisticated people with a potentially more serious goal.

Quite possibly an attempt for something larger in the future. Taking down communications is something a military strategist would use in early strikes. Think back to Desert Shield/Desert Storm. Initial bombing was about taking out communications/radar capabilities so as to "blind" the enemy and degrade their ability to rapidly respond. Crippling our 911 and cell capabilities would hinder coordination of emergency responses. Just a thought of mine.

 

[bourbon n blues]

Quite possibly an attempt for something larger in the future. Taking down communications is something a military strategist would use in early strikes. Think back to Desert Shield/Desert Storm. Initial bombing was about taking out communications/radar capabilities so as to "blind" the enemy and degrade their ability to rapidly respond. Crippling our 911 and cell capabilities would hinder coordination of emergency responses. Just a thought of mine.

Yep, I talked more last night to him and he didn’t have a most possible theory yet. He mentioned that area of Nashville is “liberal” and conservative radicals don’t tend to crap where they eat so it’s possible it’s an antifa or Muslim group . But then again he said it’s possible it’s a conservative group attacking “enemy” territory as a warning .
Or any of those three for various reasons . He also said false flags almost never happen ( a lot of work and sophistication) but they’re upticking because people tend not to put much faith in that theory .
And lastly all our idiotic speculation is fueling these groups with new ideas . Yeah, our nonsense is giving these idiots ideas. Welcome to 2020 I guess.

 

[LionJim]

Quite possibly an attempt for something larger in the future. Taking down communications is something a military strategist would use in early strikes. Think back to Desert Shield/Desert Storm. Initial bombing was about taking out communications/radar capabilities so as to "blind" the enemy and degrade their ability to rapidly respond. Crippling our 911 and cell capabilities would hinder coordination of emergency responses. Just a thought of mine.

A thought of mine too, but something of this scale would be very limited. There have to be more efficient ways of causing more widespread damage. (Hacking.)

 

[Harrisburg Dave]

Beginning to look like a suicide.

 

[katchthis]

Seems like a dry run to knock out communications possibly. Hopefully they are caught soon and the group responsible are hammered into the ground.

News blurb---
AT&T are also continuing to investigate as they work to repair internet and cell phone outages caused by the blast that had impacted 911 and emergency phone systems, and temporarily shut down flights from Nashville International Airport.

 

[LaJolla Lion]

I thought about that. Why not go out in a field and just end it and not hurt anyone? That is where the grudge may come in.

True, sane people are not doing this. Who knows.