Civil War-era explosive found in Albemarle

Miles Ruder,

Albemarle Police say a homeowner found what appears to be a Civil War-era explosive device in Long Creek.

Police responded to a home on Hickory Avenue near West Main Street around 5:30 p.m. Friday.

They say out of an abundance of caution, police, fire, and other crews all worked to safely dispose of that item.

No other details have been released.

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