Unexploded ordnance found in Sunland Park; residents urged to avoid Westside Drive area

SUNLAND PARK, N.M (KFOX14/CBS4) — Residents of the Grove Community in Sunland Park are being advised to avoid Westside Drive between Country Club Road and Tierra Vista Lane after an unexploded ordnance was found in the area, according to authorities.

According to the City of Sunland Park Police, the device was located by a passerby on Monday and is asking residents to stay away “out of an abundance of caution” until further notice while crews assess and secure the scene.

According to police, preliminary information indicated the ordnance may have been buried in the area for several years.

The El Paso Police Department is also working alongside the Sunland Park Police Department due to the location being on the Texas side of the border area.

Residents were urged to avoid the area, use alternate routes, and give emergency personnel room to work safely.

This is a developing story, check back for updates.

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