Staff investigating a 'suspicious package' near the base of Ravenel Bridge, all routes are closed



the suspicious package appears to be a liposuction machine, found under Ravenel Bridge near a water park. Authorities underwent x-ray of the machine and package. More details to come.

A Mount Pleasant Fire Department spokesman says a call came in about a suspicious package around 11:21 p.m.

Mount Pleasant, Fire, Mount Pleasant PD, Charleston PD, and City of Charleston Fire respond to this area.

Officials are working to clear the footpath as a precautionary measure. The north and south lanes of the bridge are also closed. Motorists should expect a delay and find an alternative.

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