Wichita Police Department

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The suspicious device call involving several boxes has been cleared by our EOD team. No hazardous devices were found, and the boxes have been collected.

Thank you to our motorists, community members, and local businesses for following instructions. Your cooperation allowed first responders to work safely and efficiently to clear the scene.

First responders will be opening up the area shortly.

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WPD is currently on location for a suspicious device call in the 100 block of S. Market. �Market St., between Douglas and William, is closed to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
Douglas is also closed eastbound at Main St.
Please use an alternate route. Suggested options include Broadway, Topeka, or N. Water St. while traveling through the downtown area.

WPD’s Explosive and Ordinance Detection team is responding to further investigate.

Your safety is our priority, so following our instructions to remain out of the closed-off areas helps protect you and allows our first responders to work safely and conduct their investigation.

We will update our community on “X” when have additional information to provide.

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