October 20, 2026
Bomb Squad Investigating Suspicious Item Found in Vehicle on Erie's East 38th Street
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Bomb Squad Investigating Suspicious Item Found in Vehicle on Erie's East 38th Street
ERIE, Pa. — Erie's bomb squad was on the scene Tuesday morning after a suspicious item was identified inside a vehicle on the city's east side, prompting a street closure and a precautionary lockdown posture at a nearby elementary school.
What we know
- The Erie Police Department and the bomb squad investigated on East 38th Street on Oct. 20 around 10 a.m., blocking off East 38th between Marion Street and Conrad Road.
- Witnesses on social media reported the bomb squad using a robot to open a red vehicle around the 1800 block of East 38th, near Valerio's Italian Restaurant.
- JoAnna Connell Elementary School, at 1820 E. 38th St., initiated a "Secure" status — staff and students remained inside the building and all exterior doors were locked. Erie School District spokesperson Erica Erwin confirmed all students and staff are safe.
- Police have not revealed what the item is or where the investigation stands. Erie police are expected to release a statement on the operation.
Developing
This is a developing story. The Night Desk will update this article as the Erie Police Department releases more information.
Source: Erie Times-News
Source: Erie Times-News — read the original report
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