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NYPD On Lookout For Suspicious Package Following Maryland Scares
The New York City Police Department's Counter Terrorism Bureau has sent out a reminder of signs of a suspicious package, after two packages ignited in separate Maryland government buildings on Thursday.
Among the signs of a suspicious package are no return address, a strange odor, stains on the the wrapper and protruding wires.
Do not touch a package if you think it is suspicious and call 911.
Terror Ruled Out in Md. Burning Packages
...Investigators suspect the small devices were sent by someone, angry over Maryland road signs, asking motorists to report suspicious activity.
Part of a note enclosed with one of the packages read: "Report suspicious activity...total bullsh**...you have created a self-fulfilling prophecy. Signed, X"
The scare caused the evacuation of 300 people.
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Bob Orr reports that both packages were sent through the mail, and that law enforcement officials are not calling them bombs. The State Fire Marshall's office reported finding no explosive material in either. ..
Terror Ruled Out in Md. Burning Packages
The scare caused the evacuation of 300 people.