Anne Arundel County police investigated a suspicious package reported in Crofton Sunday morning.
Police said a citizen in the area noticed a suitcase on the side of road and notified authorities.
As a precaution Ridel and Chapman Roads were temporarily closed and K9 units were requested to the scene.
Riedel & Chapman Rd #Crofton temporarily closed for a "suspicious package". Citizen observed a suitcase on side of road. K9 enroute 2 scan.
— Anne Arundel Police (@AACOPD) July 30, 2017
According to police, the suitcase was not a threat and the first responders have cleared the area.
Update: Riedel & Chapman Rd #Crofton has been reopened. K9 scan negative. Suitcase was abandoned property. Units clearing.
— Anne Arundel Police (@AACOPD) July 30, 2017
