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Police seek information as officers investigate reported explosions in Davis

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  • Davis police investigate reports of nighttime explosions in the city.
  • Officers ask the public for any information on explosion times, locations or unusual activity.
  • Police last month debunked an unfounded bomb threat linked to an outdated online post.

Officers on Wednesday asked the public to provide any tips as they investigate reports of loud explosions heard overnight at various locations in Davis.

The Davis Police Department received reports of loud these explosions heard at night throughout the city. Police said officers were investigating these reported incidents and are asking for the public’s help.

Investigators asked anyone who has seen or heard anything unusual, including the approximate time, location or any other information to help them identify the source of these reported explosions.

They asked anyone with information relevant to this investigation to call police 530-747-5400 or send an email to policeweb@cityofdavis.org. They asked callers to dial 911 immediately if they witness any suspicious or potentially dangerous activity in progress.

The Police Department did not release any further information about the reported explosions, including the times or locations, or make any indication there was any damage confirmed.

On Aug. 27, police debunked information posted on a community website of an active bomb threat in Davis as unfounded and from a two-year-old social media post. Officers confirmed “there is no cause for alarm.”

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Rosalio Ahumada
The Sacramento Bee
Rosalio Ahumada writes breaking news stories related to crime and public safety for The Sacramento Bee. He speaks Spanish fluently and has worked as a news reporter in the Central Valley since 2004.
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