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LAPD bomb squad clears suspicious package outside LA City Hall

Suspicious package investigation underway outside Los Angeles City Hall
Suspicious package investigation underway outside Los Angeles City Hall 01:17

A report of a suspicious package outside Los Angeles City Hall prompted a large Los Angeles Police Department response, as officers conducted an investigation around 10:50 a.m.Tuesday.

The LAPD bomb squad responded to a black electronic box that was left under a bus bench. 

Spring and Temple streets were closed off during the investigation and reopened around 12:15 a.m., once the box was cleared by the bomb squad.

A Los Angeles City Council meeting underway was not affected by the investigation.

There was also a Smart Cities Showcase happening at city hall, an event where tech companies highlight their services and tools. 

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