Clinton Township and Macomb County officials held a press conference Friday morning to discuss the charges and investigation of Noor Kestou, 31, the owner of the building and business, Goo, that exploded on March 4 due to thousands of nitrous oxide and butane cans that were stored inside the business.
"I promised we would find what, how and why this happened and today we're a couple steps closer," said Bob Cannon, Clinton Township Supervisor.
Cannon said it has been a top priority among city officials, police and fire investigators to get to the bottom of the deadly explosion that caused so much damage to nearby businesses and killed one innocent bystander.
Law enforcement officials said Friday that they received information on Saturday, April 20, that Kestou was scheduled to depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hong Kong that evening. The Macomb County Prosecutor's Office issued an arrest warrant, and Kestou was arrested by U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the New York Port Authority without incident.
"So at this time, the charge of involuntary manslaughter, a 15-year felony, is the highest charge, the highest charge that could be levied," said Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido.
Kestou was taken into custody by Macomb County detectives on Wednesday, April 24.
Kestou waived his extradition hearing, was arraigned Thursday, and was issued a $500,000 bond.
Lucido said Kestou posted the cash bond and must wear a GPS tether, surrender his passport, not leave the state or have weapons if he posts bail.
"Our hearts ache for the family and loved ones of the young man whose life was tragically cut short by this devastating explosion. We are steadfast in our commitment to pursuing justice and holding the individual accountable for their actions," Lucido said.
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