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UPDATE: Suspicious package scene cleared

FANNIN COUNTY, Ga – GBI (Georgia Bureau of Investigation) examined the suspicious package and discovered it was an old recording device.

The package was found at the Social Security building on the morning of Monday. Feb. 10, 2020. Fannin County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) blocked off the surrounding streets, and GBI arrived on the scene to inspect the package.

As of 3:15 p.m., the scene has been cleared by the GBI.

The sheriff’s office released the following information on its Facebook page.

This is a developing story and Fetch Your News will provide updates as information becomes available.

Lauren Souther

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