Dayton Bomb Squad called after altered smoke grenade found in Trotwood

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Credit: STAFF FILE

Credit: STAFF FILE

The Dayton Bomb Squad responded to Trotwood after an altered smoke grenade was found.

Crews responded to the 6200 block of West Third Street around 5:30 p.m. after Trotwood police requested mutual aid.

“Bomb technicians identified the device, which was a consumer-grade smoke grenade, that had been tampered with,” said Dayton police Sgt. Ben Wolodkiewicz. “The device was transported to a local disposal site, where it was rendered safe without incident.”

Trotwood police are handling the investigation. We’ve reached out to the department for more information.

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