Explosion Sparks Legal Firestorm | Tulsa News

A deadly explosion in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, killed two workers and ignited a firestorm of blame — with Tulsa County DA Steve Kunzweiler accusing the state’s medical marijuana regulator, OMMA, of failing to stop illegal operations and even hinting at foreign involvement. Kunzweiler is pushing for stricter oversight and legislative reform, citing chaos and criminal exploitation since legalization. OMMA countered that they inspect licensed businesses rigorously, found no illegal activity at the site before the blast, and would’ve shut it down if danger was suspected. They also note they’ve slashed licensed dispensaries from 13,000 to under 4,000 to improve regulation. Owner Ryan Bassham, now jailed without bond, faces murder charges as authorities continue investigating the tragedy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/960604386d9c09f8