Suspected Explosive Found During Cartersville Crash

Editor's Note: This story was updated to reflect the nature of the incident.

CARTERSVILLE, GA — A possible explosive was found during a crash Thursday morning in Cartersville, police said.

Police were arresting a suspect around 8:15 a.m. at North Erwin Street near Cassville Road on suspicion of driving under the influence-drugs and possession of a schedule II controlled substance, police said. While searching the car, officers found the device, police said.

Police requested the assistance of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. As of late Thursday morning, officers were waiting on the GBI's arrival.