"We are heartbroken to learn that this event claimed a life and caused injuries, and our deepest condolences go out to the individuals and families affected," Abdallah said in a statement.

Officials in California say police and firefighters are responding to an explosion that rocked the city of Palm Springs.

Law enforcement sources told CBS that the Bartkus, the suspect, is a resident of Twentynine Palms, home to a large marine base about an hour away from Palm Springs.