SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — San Diego police are investigating what authorities described as “a suspicious device” at Balboa Park.
Police were called at around 9 a.m. about a suspicious package on top of a flag pole outside the building.
Authorities set up a parameter in the area of the Pan American Plaza and Presidents Way, which is located in the area of the House of Pacific Relations International Cottages. The Bomb/Arson Unit has also been called in to investigate.
Police cleared the scene just before 8 p.m. after it was closed for several hours while authorities investigated.
“There was no explosive material inside the package, however it is being investigated as a potential target of House of Israel,” SDPD Lt. Daniel Meyer said.
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“It’s very sad and it’s very unfortunate because these international cottages at Balboa Park are just here to show all of our cultures and our heritages and the beauty of our respective countries and peace,” said Stephanie Nisan, vice president of House of Israel.