Members of the Metro Explosive Disposal Unit responded and safely disposed of the three items
VANCOUVER – Friday (Aug. 9) at around 10:45 a.m., an individual called 9-1-1 to report that while they were walking in the area of Phil Arnold Way/Columbia Street when an unknown male passed by, he pointed out three pipe-shaped items and said they were pipe bombs.
The male left the area and was last seen heading northbound on Columbia Street. Multiple streets including Esther Street, Phil Arnold Way and Columbia Street to 5th Street were closed, as well as rail traffic on the railroad tracks in the area. A message was sent out by CRESA to residents and businesses within a one half mile radius to shelter in place.
Using a UAS, police located three pipe-shaped items. Members of the Metro Explosive Disposal Unit (MEDU) responded and safely disposed of the three items. Two regional explosive detection dogs also responded and searched the area. No explosives were located.
Streets were re-opened; rail traffic has resumed and the shelter in place has been lifted.
The investigation is continuing as police attempt to identify and locate the individual who initially mentioned the items were pipe bombs.
Information provided by the Vancouver Police Department.
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