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UPDATE ~ Police confirm all in order and reopen Highway 102
Officers with the Explosive Disposal Unit determined there was no threat and highway 102 has been re-opened to traffic. Thank you to everyone for their cooperation in this matter.
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At 7:50 a.m., police responded to a report of an abandoned vehicle parked on the southbound shoulder of Highway 102 between the Kearny Lake Road and Bayers Lake exits. Upon arrival officers located a suspicious package inside the vehicle.
Officers are on scene with the Explosive Disposal Unit to examine the package. The investigation is ongoing.
Police have closed both southbound lanes on Highway 102 between the Kearny Lake Road & Bayers Lake exits. Please avoid the area if possible. Drivers in the northbound lanes are asked to remain focused on driving and not to be distracted by police activity.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or texting a tip - Tip 202 + your message to 274637.
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