‘Suspicious package’ near Nashville church prompts road closure on Ewing Drive

Alicia Patton

April 21, 2024 at 1:50 PM·1 min read

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – A portion of Ewing Drive was closed Sunday morning as authorities investigated a suspicious package that was found near a church.

According the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD), officers were sent to a church in the 600 block of Ewing Drive to respond to reports of a suspicious package on Sunday, April 21.

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Authorities said the pastor of the church moved the congregation outside and continued service at another location.

MNPD’s Hazardous Device Unit (HDU) were notified and responded to the scene to investigate, officials said.

After conducting procedures, crews deemed the package was “safe and empty,” according to MNPD.

A portion of Ewing Drive was closed Sunday morning as authorities continued their investigation, but has since been reopened.

No other information was immediately released.

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