The Templeton Police Department and Massachusetts State Police are teaming up to investigate the discovery of a suspicious device resembling a bomb found attached to a bridge this week. Templeton Chief Michael Bennett and State Fire Marshal Jon Davine have issued a public appeal for assistance, as reported on the Massachusetts Government website. Authorities urgently seek information about the device and its creator.

Early yesterday morning, a vigilant MassDOT Highway Division worker spotted what appeared to be explosive materials on the Route 202 bridge near Elm Street. In response, the Templeton Police quickly arrived at the scene to investigate a suspicious object rigged to suggest potential devastation, as reported by the Massachusetts Government website.

Templeton's finest alerted the State Police's Fire & Explosion Investigation Unit, prompting the deployment of the Bomb Squad for a closer inspection of this potential weapon of chaos. Additionally, experts from the State Police Crime Scene Services Section arrived to contribute their investigative skills in uncovering the truth behind this ominous package.

After an initial inspection by experts trained to spot danger, a State Police technician donned protective gear and X-rayed the fake bomb, revealing it to be harmless. The hands-on examination secured the item for further investigation to unravel the layers of this mystery, as detailed in the Massachusetts Government's news release.

Residents with any knowledge that could shine a light on this alarming event are encouraged to reach out. Tips can be called in to Templeton Police at 978-939-5638, shot over by text to TPDTIP at 847411, or shared with the State Police Fire & Explosion Investigation Unit at 978-567-3310.