North Port:  A WWI anti-ship personnel round leads to a portion of 41 shutting down

An individual had attempted to sell the device at a nearby pawn shop who informed them that it could be dangerous. The individual then called NPPD.

Explosive experts with NPPD, the Sarasota Police Department, and MacDill Air Force base responded and have taken possession without incident. Thank you to all involved.

EARLIER: A suspicious item was located and called into the Police Department around 3 p.m. Tuesday in the area of U.S. 41 and Eager Avenue. Currently, experts have been called in to examine. As a precaution, we are closing the northbound lanes of 41 at this time. Traffic will be routed up Biscayne, to Trionfo, and back out to 41 via Grobe Street. Please avoid the area or expect delays. Updates when available.