DATE/TIME: April 26, 2020 3:39 PM
INCIDENT: Found Explosive Device
LOCATION: 33000 Block of Arrowbear Drive in the Community of Arrowbear
SUMMARY: On Sunday, April 26, 2020, deputies from the Twin Peaks Sheriff's Station received a report of a possible explosive device found outside of a vacant residence in the 33000 block of Arrowbear Drive in the community of Arrowbear. Upon arrival, deputies discovered a corroded "M67" style hand grenade outside of the home with the triggering mechanism and pull ring assembly still appearing intact.
With the assistance of San Bernardino County Fire and Cal Fire personnel, deputies established a perimeter and evacuated homes within the potential blast range of the grenade.
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Bomb/Arson Detail was notified and responded to assist with the investigation. The grenade was determined to be inert and rendered safe. It was removed from the location and transported to the Twin Peaks Station for destruction.
Anyone with information related to this investigation is asked to contact the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Twin Peaks Station at (909) 336-0600. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may contact We-Tip at 1-888-78-CRIME.
Refer: Deputy I. Buchowiecki
Station: Twin Peaks Station
Phone No. 909-336-0600
Case No. 052000551
JOHN McMAHON, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
