Military-Grade Blasting Cap Found at Clarksville Goodwill, Prompts Evacuation
A military-grade blasting cap was found in a donated bag at a Goodwill store in Clarksville, Tennessee, prompting the evacuation of the store and the disposal of the device by Fort Campbell Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians.
Nashville, TN, August 16, 2026 —
Clarksville, TN – A discovery of a military-grade blasting cap at a Goodwill store in Clarksville, Tennessee, led to the immediate evacuation of the premises and the safe disposal of the hazardous item.
The explosive device was reportedly found within a bag of donated items at the Goodwill location. Following the discovery, store personnel initiated an evacuation to ensure the safety of employees and shoppers.
Fort Campbell Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians were called to the scene to handle the situation. The EOD team successfully disposed of the blasting cap. Further details regarding the origin of the donated bag or the specific type of blasting cap were not immediately available.
The incident highlights the potential dangers that can be present in donated goods and the importance of trained professionals in handling hazardous materials. The Goodwill store has since reopened after the area was cleared by authorities.
Story summarized from the original created by Braden Ross on www.wsmv.com, see more information here.
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