MCMINNVILLE, Ore. (KATU) — A “suspicious item” found near the intersection of NE 5th Street and NE Evans Street, or outside the Yamhill County Circuit Court, led to temporary street closures and evacuations in McMinnville on Thursday.
Around noon, a person reported the item, prompting authorities to block several intersections to restrict car and pedestrian access. Nearby buildings were also evacuated as a precaution.
The Oregon State Police Explosives Unit was called to the scene to inspect the item. After a thorough examination, they determined there was no danger to the public…