A man faces charges for attempting to kill at least five peace officers.
Deputies say suspect Miguel Borja tried to set someone on fire during the incident, according to KKTV, a sister station.
Borja then barricaded himself inside a home.
Authorities believe Borja triggered an explosion later on. Five first responders were hospitalized.
Miguel Borja faces multiple charges:
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One count of Attempted First-Degree Assault
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One count of First-Degree Arson
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Three counts of Attempted Homicide
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Five counts of Attempted Homicide of a Peace Officer
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), Colorado Springs Police Department Regional Explosives Unit, and Metro Crime Lab are assisting with the investigation.
