Douglas bomb squad investigates suspicious package found on State Route 88 near US-395
UPDATE: Douglas County Sheriff's Office advises the suspicious suitcase that was on the side of the road has been cleared. No threats to the community and all roadways are open.
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The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is investigating a suspicious package found Tuesday on the side of the roadway on State Route 88.
According to a social media post at around noon, the Tahoe Douglas Bomb Squad is evaluating the package for threats.
DCSO says the roadway is closed at this time at Highway 395 and State Route 88 to the roundabout at SR 88. DCSO will advise more when information is available.