Old Man Brings World War 2 Grenade In To NYPD Station
According to police reports, a 72-year-old man caused the evacuation of the NYPD’s 107th Precinct headquarters in Queens on Wednesday. He arrived at approximately 10:15 a.m., carrying a rusted gun and grenade with him. In response to this alarming situation, the NYPD’s Bomb Squad and Emergency Services Unit were dispatched to the stationhouse, situated near Parsons Boulevard and 71st Avenue in Pomonok.
As a safety precaution, everyone inside the building, including a 55-year-old prisoner who was being held there, had to leave. The authorities have yet to officially confirm whether the grenade is inert or active. Additionally, it is not immediately clear if the elderly man will face any charges for his actions.
Unexploded grenades from World War II (WW2) can still be dangerous. Many areas in Europe and other parts of the world were heavily affected by military conflicts during WW2, and there are still unexploded ordnance, including grenades, scattered across the landscape.
Over time, the condition of these grenades may deteriorate, making them more unstable and prone to accidental detonation. Even if a grenade appears rusted or inactive, it could still contain live explosives that pose a significant risk if mishandled, disturbed, or subjected to certain conditions that could trigger detonation.
As a result, authorities and bomb disposal units treat all unexploded ordnance, including grenades, as potentially lethal threats. If you ever come across any suspicious object that you believe could be unexploded ordnance, it is crucial to exercise extreme caution, maintain a safe distance, and immediately notify the local authorities or bomb disposal experts.
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