Meriden, Connecticut – Police investigators in Central Connecticut are currently looking into a potential explosive device incident that occurred on a busy sidewalk in Meriden on Friday morning. The device was discovered and later detonated, prompting authorities to cordon off the area around Hanover Street and Randolph Avenue at approximately 9:30 a.m.
A Facebook post by the Meriden Police Department indicated that the Connecticut Bomb Squad has been activated as part of the ongoing investigation. Locals in the vicinity, including individuals at a nearby gas station, reported hearing two explosions after experts deliberately set off the device. Concerns loomed in the community, with a diner patron admitting to feeling uneasy about the possibility of a bomb in the area following a loud bang.
Police Captain John Mennone addressed the media, expressing hopes that no other devices are present in the area. As of the latest update, the detonated device appears to be the sole one discovered. Despite authorities declaring the area safe around noon, specific details regarding the device have not been disclosed, and fortunately, no injuries were reported in connection with the incident.
The search is now on for the individual or individuals responsible for leaving the explosive device in the public space. The community remains on edge as law enforcement continues to investigate the situation and work towards ensuring the safety and security of all residents and visitors in Meriden. Further updates on the investigation are anticipated as authorities delve into the circumstances surrounding the unsettling discovery on the city’s sidewalks.