Columbus Bomb Squad detonating explosive in Muskingum County tonight

By Christine Holmes, News Director

The Columbus Bomb Squad will be in Muskingum County tonight to assist the Sheriff’s Office in detonating a homemade explosive.

According to a Facebook post from the MCSO, the explosive is located in the southwest part of the county.

The time has not yet been determined, but it’s expected to occur during the overnight hours.

Muskingum County Sheriff Matt Lutz said more information will likely be released Thursday morning.

No one from the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office could comment on the situation.