Harmony Creek, NC – Chaos erupted at the Miller family wedding today following a dramatic and highly unusual incident involving a wedding cake and a significant escalation in the ongoing feud between the Millers and the Vanishes. Authorities have confirmed that three individuals are currently in custody following the events, which unfolded amidst a tense and already fraught celebration.

The incident began shortly after midday, as the enormous, multi-tiered wedding cake – reportedly a masterpiece crafted by local baker, Beatrice Higgins – was being wheeled into the reception hall. Witnesses described a sudden and violent explosion, sending shards of sugar and buttercream across the room. Initial reports suggest the explosion was triggered by a deliberate act, though the precise method remains under investigation.

“It was like something out of a nightmare,” recounted Mrs. Evelyn Henderson, a guest attending the wedding. “One minute everything was normal, the next there was this…this sugary eruption. I nearly lost my dentures!”

The explosion resulted in significant damage to the reception hall, several minor injuries, and, most notably, a dramatic shift in the power dynamic between the Miller and Vanishes families. Following the incident, a brief but intense standoff ensued between the Millers and the Vanishes, culminating in the arrest of Vanish patriarch, Earl Vanish, and two of his sons, Billy and Junior.

“They wanted to make a statement, plain and simple,” stated Sheriff Brody, speaking at a press conference this afternoon. “The Millers have been a thorn in their side for years, and this… this was certainly a bold move.”

The motive behind the explosion remains unclear, though speculation is rife within Harmony Creek. Many believe it’s directly linked to the ongoing dispute over a disputed property line and a series of increasingly aggressive acts of intimidation between the two families.

Billy Vanish, currently in custody, reportedly shouted, “This is just the beginning! The Millers will pay for everything!”

Authorities are continuing their investigation, focusing on gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses. The wedding itself has been postponed indefinitely. The situation in Harmony Creek remains tense, with residents bracing for what could be a prolonged period of uncertainty.