Bomb squad called to remove ‘suspicious item’ near Tonasket High School, safety measures taken

TONASKET, Wash. – Deputies are investigating a “suspicious item” on a walking path near Tonasket High School, according to the Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office.

The office said that the school was contacted and steps were taken to keep students and staff safe.

The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office bomb squad was called to the scene to help safely remove the item.

The Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office asked that people stay away from the area until further notice.