Military Ordnance found inside vehicle in Watertown NY

On July 19, 2024, at 9:36 a.m. State Police responded to Bob Johnson’s Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram - Watertown on State Route 11 in the town of Watertown regarding a military ordnance that was found inside a vehicle. 

The New York State Police Bomb Disposal Unit along with a Fort Drum Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist responded to the scene to remove the device. The investigation has determined the driver of the vehicle was hired to clean out an empty residence when she discovered a box with military ordnance inside. 

The woman placed the box inside her vehicle before traveling to the car dealership.

The dealership contacted 911 after the woman revealed what she had found to their staff.

Sources: https://troopers.ny.gov/news/state-police-investigating-military-ordnance-found-inside-vehicle-watertown