Detroit-Windsor Tunnel Reopens After Shutdown Over Package
DETROIT (WWJ/AP) - The Detroit-Windsor Tunnel reopened after a closure prompted by the discovery of a suspicious package containing what authorities say is likely a smoke bomb or grenade.
Police in Windsor, Ontario, say Canadian border agents were inspecting a vehicle with Michigan plates around 5 p.m. Tuesday when they found a bag containing a suspicious device.
Border officials closed the international crossing that runs under the Detroit River and notified Windsor police, who sent an explosives unit.
Staff Sergeant Jason Crowley says two agencies are launching investigations.
Crowley says no charges have be filed yet but there are two people under arrest as of Tuesday evening.
"What was found was basically a commercial grade smoke-type grenade and some prohibited weapons," said Crowley.
A statement released says investigators believe the device inside is consistent with a smoke bomb or smoke grenade. Officers also found brass knuckles and knives inside the vehicle.
Police say the tunnel was reopened to traffic just before 9:00 p.m.
Traffic was diverted to the Ambassador Bridge.
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