Crime & Safety

Several Suspicious Devices Found In New Haven

Police are urging residents to avoid the area.

(Patch Graphics)

From New Haven Police:

NHPD is on scene with several suspicious devices in the area of 200 Orange Street. Please avoid the area.

WTNH News 8 reported that someone threw canisters out of a backpack near City Hall around 7:30 a.m. Friday. News 8 reported that the Mayor doesn't believe the devices are explosives.

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