That's a big reason why a trio of package bombs in the heart of Texas has challenged investigators and terrified a city of almost 1 million people.  CREDIT: Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin

That's a big reason why a trio of package bombs in the heart of Texas has challenged investigators and terrified a city of almost 1 million people. CREDIT: Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin

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5 bombs, many questions: What we know about the Texas explosions

Now we know the explosions could strike anyone. The fourth Austin bombing in less than a month was detonated by a tripwire along a residential street, police said -- prompting fears that any pedestrian could become the next victim.

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Austin explosion may have been triggered by tripwire, police say

An explosion that injured two men Sunday night could've been triggered by a tripwire, said Austin Police Chief Brian Manley, after a fourth blast in the Texas city in little over two weeks.

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3 bombs, many questions: What we know about Austin box explosions

In these attacks, it's unclear if the victims were targeted or picked at random.