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Salem Police Respond To Suspicious Package In Northeast Salem (Photo) - 04/19/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: April 19, 2026 
CONTACT: Salem Police Communications Office | spdmedia@cityofsalem.net 

 

Salem Police Respond to Suspicious Package in Northeast Salem 

 

SALEM, Ore. — On April 19, 2026, at approximately 8:27 a.m., officers responded to a call of a suspicious package in the 2500 block of 4th St NE. 

 

Upon arrival, patrol officers secured and closed off access to the affected area near the Salem Evangelical Church which was having services at the time. The church was asked to shelter in place while the Salem Police Bomb Squad was requested for assistance. 

 

The Bomb Squad, along with an Oregon State Police Bomb Technician, utilized specialized tools and equipment, including robots, to assess the device. The technicians were able to determine the package did not contain any explosive components. The package was rendered safe, and there was no threat to the public. Local streets around the church were closed for about three hours.  

 

A community member reported finding the package, however the investigation is ongoing in regard to who may have placed the package at the location. 

 

The Salem Police Department encourages community members to report any suspicious devices or activities immediately to help ensure public safety. 

 

Quick Tips for Community Members: 

  • If You See Something, Say Something: Report any suspicious devices or activities to the police immediately. 

  • Do Not Approach: Keep a safe distance from any suspicious device and do not attempt to touch or move it. 

  • Alert Others: Inform those nearby to stay away from the area until authorities arrive. 

  • Provide Clear Information: When reporting, provide as much detail as possible about the location and appearance of the suspicious device. 

 

As of this date, the Salem Police Bomb Squad has responded to 28 incidents, activities, and investigations in 2026. Many of these incidents involved suspicious packages or devices, bomb threats, post-blast investigations, military ordnance, or verified/suspected improvised explosive devices (IEDs). 

 

For further inquiries, please contact the Salem Police Communications Office. 

 

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Attached Media Files: BombRelease041926.png,

Salem Police Respond To Suspicious Package In Northeast Salem (Photo) - 04/19/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: April 19, 2026 
CONTACT: Salem Police Communications Office | spdmedia@cityofsalem.net 

 

Salem Police Respond to Suspicious Package in Northeast Salem 

 

SALEM, Ore. — On April 19, 2026, at approximately 8:27 a.m., officers responded to a call of a suspicious package in the 2500 block of 4th St NE. 

 

Upon arrival, patrol officers secured and closed off access to the affected area near the Salem Evangelical Church which was having services at the time. The church was asked to shelter in place while the Salem Police Bomb Squad was requested for assistance. 

 

The Bomb Squad, along with an Oregon State Police Bomb Technician, utilized specialized tools and equipment, including robots, to assess the device. The technicians were able to determine the package did not contain any explosive components. The package was rendered safe, and there was no threat to the public. Local streets around the church were closed for about three hours.  

 

A community member reported finding the package, however the investigation is ongoing in regard to who may have placed the package at the location. 

 

The Salem Police Department encourages community members to report any suspicious devices or activities immediately to help ensure public safety. 

 

Quick Tips for Community Members: 

  • If You See Something, Say Something: Report any suspicious devices or activities to the police immediately. 

  • Do Not Approach: Keep a safe distance from any suspicious device and do not attempt to touch or move it. 

  • Alert Others: Inform those nearby to stay away from the area until authorities arrive. 

  • Provide Clear Information: When reporting, provide as much detail as possible about the location and appearance of the suspicious device. 

 

As of this date, the Salem Police Bomb Squad has responded to 28 incidents, activities, and investigations in 2026. Many of these incidents involved suspicious packages or devices, bomb threats, post-blast investigations, military ordnance, or verified/suspected improvised explosive devices (IEDs). 

 

For further inquiries, please contact the Salem Police Communications Office. 

 

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Attached Media Files: BombRelease041926.png,