Grenade Found on Vacant Lot

Gainesville, Georgia A local resident clearing debris and trash from a vacant property uncovered a hand grenade. Not knowing if the grenade was real or a fake toy grenade, the man promptly called the police to report the find. The local sheriff's office responded along with the fire department. The fire department confirmed the grenade was of military origin and also determined the grenade's fuze and spoon were still intact. Since the grenade was a live military UXO, the Army EOD unit from Fort Stewart was called to provide support. EOD responded and safely transported the grenade from the area for proper disposal. EOD identified the UXO as a live WWII era MK II hand grenade. Authorities are unsure how the grenade ended up at the property.