Bomb squad safely removes ‘potential explosive device’ in Cumberland Co.
A potential explosive device was found at a business in Crossville, according to officials with the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office.
CROSSVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A business owner in Crossville found a potential explosive device on Thursday morning, according to officials with the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office.
The device was determined to be a potential item of military ordinance. The Knoxville Bomb Squad took the device for further investigation.
“Additionally, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with other relevant agencies, will conduct a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding this incident,” officials said.
As of 1:40 p.m., both lanes of North Main Street were closed as a precautionary measure and officials said it would remain closed for hours while the scene was being processed.
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