A World War II-era bomb was discovered during road construction in Liepāja, Latvia, prompting authorities to secure the area and halt traffic near the Northern Cemetery.
The bomb was unearthed on April 15 on Oskara Kalpaka Street. Following reports of the suspicious find, specialists from the 54th Support Battalion of the National Guard arrived to assess the situation.
Explosive ordnance disposal experts identified the device as a FAB-100 aerial bomb, weighing approximately 100 kilograms. This type of ordnance dates back to the Second World War.
In the interest of public safety, police temporarily closed off traffic around the Northern Cemetery. After thorough examination, the bomb was safely transported under police escort to a secure location, where it was subsequently destroyed.
Such discoveries are not uncommon in this region of Latvia, as unexploded ordnance from the war is frequently found during construction and roadwork activities.
Authorities in Liepāja, Latvia, responded to the discovery of a World War II bomb during roadworks, ensuring public safety through traffic closures and expert disposal. This incident reflects ongoing challenges with unexploded ordnance in the area.