Austin bombings: fourth blast raises fears of serial attacker

Two people have been killed and four injured in explosions across Texas capital this month

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Police have increased patrols in Austin
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Texas police believe a serial bomber may be behind four explosions in state capital Austin this month that have left two people dead and four others injured.

The latest blast, on Sunday night, injured two cyclists, aged 22 and 23, who were by the side of a road in a quiet residential area in the southwest of the city. Police say the men may have triggered a tripwire next to a fence.

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