Suspicious package deemed dangerous, investigation continues in Chatham

Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: Yesterday afternoon, around 2:30 p.m. police responded to the report of a suspicious package outside a residence on Park Avenue West.

For public safety reasons, the road between Wedgewood Boulevard and O’Neil Street was closed to traffic and those in the immediate area were evacuated.

The OPP Explosive Disposal Unit were called in to assist.

The suspicious package was deemed dangerous and the device was disabled.

Those who were evacuated returned to their homes around 10 p.m. last night.

The incident remains under investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Cole Abbott at colea@chatham-kent.ca or 519-380-6024.

Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.

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