The 42-year-old Downey man died after handling a suspected 'high-powered, mortar-type, aerial firework' that was illegal in Montebello, authorities say.
A man whom authorities say died in an explosion while handling illegal fireworks in Montebello on the Fourth of July was identified Friday by the Los Angeles County coroner's office.
A man died from severe injuries suffered when illegal fireworks exploded while he was handling them in Montebello, according to police and media reports.