MSP Bomb Squad Safely Neutralizes Suspected Grenade in Limerick

On Monday, March 16, 2026, at approximately 5:30 PM the Augusta Regional Communications Center received a report from an individual near the Number 1 Road in Limington who stated they had found what they believed to be a grenade near a dumpster along the roadway. Troopers from the Southern Field Troop responded and identified the object as a potentially hazardous device and requested the assistance of the Maine State Police Bomb Squad.

Technicians responded to the scene and attempted to X-ray the item; however, they were unable to determine the exact status of the energetic material inside. Out of an abundance of caution, the item was countercharged on site and deemed safe.

A photo of the item is attached. The device closely resembles a military-style M67 hand grenade, though it appeared to have been altered.