28 Jul 2024 | 09:30 AM UTC
Japan: Police responding to suspicious package report at Hamamatsu Station, July 28
Authorities investigating suspicious package at Hamamatsu Station Shizuoka, Japan, July 28. Evacuations, increased security likely.
As of the afternoon of July 28, authorities are responding to a suspicious package at an electronics store at Hamamatsu train station. Police have reportedly evacuated the store and cordoned off nearby roads. The investigation is ongoing. There are no reports of railway travel delays.
Increased security is likely to remain in the area until authorities give the all-clear. Localized traffic disruptions will continue near the impacted area until the investigation concludes.
Exercise caution in the affected area until police/authorities give the all-clear. Plan for localized traffic disruptions and allow additional time to reach nearby destinations. Heed all security personnel instructions.
