Dobbs v. State

This is an action for personal injuries sustained by the claimant, David Dobbs, when a hand grenade exploded in his hands. Claimant, who was just under 16 years of age at the time of his injury, alleges that members of the Illinois National Guard were, in effect, responsible for placing this dangerous explosive in claimant’s hands. Hence he seeks damages for his injuries which include the loss of his right hand and the fourth and fifth fingers of his left hand.

Claimant, who lived just 2 blocks from the National Guard Armory in Mattoon, was a frequent visitor to the 2 brick garage buildings…