A suspicious package has been rendered safe after it was found outside of a business this morning.

At approximately 7:20 a.m. today, February 16, 2024, police were called to the 600 block of 50th Street East for a report of a suspicious package. Upon arrival of Patrol, the determination was made for the Explosive Disposal Unit (EDU) to respond. A process to isolate the package and evacuate the immediate area was initiated. Members of the EDU, using drone and robot technology, neutralized the package and rendered it safe. As a result of careful procedure, there was no threat to public safety.

Police have since concluded on scene and cleared the area.