On Sunday, 19th February, a pipe bomb was found near a Philadelphia church in the Holmesburg neighborhood of the city. The authorities were alerted to the situation at 1:39 p.m. and immediately dispatched the bomb squad to the scene.
Upon arrival, the bomb squad safely removed the pipe bomb and secured the area. According to the Philadelphia Police Department, there were no injuries reported, and the investigation is ongoing.
The bomb was said to have been found by a passerby who noted that it was a PVC pipe with capped ends and black powder on it behind St. Dominic’s Catholic Church, on the 8500 block of Frankford Avenue, in Philadelphia‘s Holmesburg section. The Police shut down Frankford Ave., between Benson and Blakiston while the Philadelphia Police Bomb Squad was called to rescue the situation.
The police have not yet disclosed any information on a possible suspect or motive. However, they have assured the public that they are doing everything possible to ensure the safety and security of the area. The incident has caused concern among the residents of Holmesburg and the surrounding areas. Local residents have expressed their gratitude to the authorities for their quick response and prompt action in securing the area.
This is an ongoing case, and the authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation. They are also asking the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police.
The incident has once again highlighted the need for increased vigilance and security measures in public areas to ensure the safety of citizens. The authorities are advising the public to remain alert and report any suspicious activity immediately.
