Kingsport police investigating 'suspicious device/substance' on Cooper Street

2 explosive devices destroyed in abandoned Kingsport home, suspect in custody

Two explosive devices destroyed in abandoned Kingsport home following evacuations on Wednesday, according to the Kingsport Police Department.

Kingsport police investigating 'suspicious device/substance' on Cooper Street

Update: The Kingsport Police Department (KPD) said in an update Wednesday night that it was still investigating a suspicious "device/substance" on Cooper Street. After some residents were evacuated, the police department asked for the public's patience. "Situations involving suspicious devices/substances are complex and take time," the police department said. "As of this update, we do [...]

UPDATE: Kingsport police said time tempered care needed with complex, possibly volatile Cooper Street situation

The investigation into a substance or device at a Kingsport property stretched out for hours but a statement from city police said that is typical and needed for this type of case. A message posted late Wednesday said personnel from particular agencies had to handle the item found on Cooper Street in such a fashion because they were complex and take time to evaluate. Patrol cruisers were placed on surrounding city streets to block traffic from e…