Credit: Marshall Gorby
Credit: Marshall Gorby
Maj. Jason Hall said the device was found inside the home of the man’s deceased relative, and that the bomb squad removed it for disposal.
“It has every indications of not being inert, so we’re going to take the proper precautions and perform a disposal,” he said.
This morning a community member brought a hand grenade to the police department to turn it in. The person found this while clearing out a residence. We would like to remind everyone that if you come across a harmful explosive device to call your local police or fire department. pic.twitter.com/DqeLoS3Ckq
— Dayton Police Dept. (@DaytonPolice) September 20, 2023
Please avoid the area of Salem Avenue near Grand Avenue and Riverview Avenue. The road is currently blocked for police activity. pic.twitter.com/2qP1zd2LPH
— Dayton Police Dept. (@DaytonPolice) September 20, 2023
Salem Avenue was shut down near Grand and Riverview avenues, along with several side streets, and police administrative staff temporarily was moved to the back of the building.
Kim McGuire, front end manager of the Gem City Market, said the facility evacuated as a precautionary measure.
“It was kind of shocking, and there’s a lot of nervous energy among the staff, but everyone is OK,” she said.
The market shut down, but reopened by early afternoon.
Hall said the takeaway from Wednesday’s incident is for people to not touch or try to move potentially dangerous items.
“If you have something, you locate something you believe might be dangerous or hazardous, leave it where it’s at. It’s obviously much safer than trying to transport it and bring it into another area. Just call police immediately and let the first responders come and assess and take care of the situation,” he said.
Staff writer Cornelius Frolik contributed to this report.
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