Explosion At Menifee Home Caused By Butane Honey Oil Lab

MENIFEE, CA — An explosion that caused extensive damage to a Menifee home and left one person with serious burns was caused by a butane honey oil lab, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.

The explosion was reported Sunday around 11:52 a.m. in the 24000 block of Ridgemoor Road. When deputies arrived on scene, they found a male suffering from "major burns," according to the sheriff's department. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

Deputies obtained a search warrant, which led to the discovery of BHO lab equipment, cannabis, and finished BHO at the home, according to the sheriff's department.

The investigation is ongoing and no arrests had been announced as of Tuesday. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Investigator De La Torre at 951-955-1700.