Runners from Gwinnett in Boston Marathon as Explosions Rock Race

Boston Police are reporting at least two people were killed and dozens were injured after two explosions occurred Monday afternoon near the finish line of the Boston Marathon.

Video of the incident shows the explosion knocking runners and bystanders to the ground following the blast. 

The Boston Marathon released a statement around 4 p.m. that said, "There were two bombs that exploded near the finish line in today's Boston Marathon. We are working with law enforcement to understand what exactly has happened."

According to the Boston Marathon's website, more than 300 Georgians entered the race, including 30 members of the Atlanta Track Club.

Reports from friends and family of former Gwinnett District 3 Commissioner Mike Beaudreau are that he finished the race and is safe, according to Loganville-Grayson Patch.

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Follow breaking coverage on the incident from our Patch sites throughout the Boston area.

The American Red Cross Safe and Well site has been activated.

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