(From the Joplin Police Department)On March 29th, 2026, around 8:00 pm, Joplin Police Officers were dispatched to the 2100 block of S. Pennsylvania Street in reference to a suspicious device. Upon arrival, it was discovered that a citizen had been magnet fishing around 5298 S Main Street (Wildcat Park) and discovered what they believed to be an explosive device in Shoal Creek.
Upon inspection of the device, it was determined that it was a World War One Era German Mark 17 hand grenade. Further inspection of this device revealed that it did not appear to be in working order due to its deteriorating condition and overall degeneration.
Out of an abundance of caution, the Springfield Fire Department’s Bomb Squad was contacted and responded. The Bomb Squad determined that the device did not contain specific elements that would make it capable of initiating an explosion.
Despite the lack of these elements, the Springfield Fire Department’s Bomb Squad took custody of the device and disposed of it by their protocols.
The Joplin Police Department wants to remind citizens that if they believe they have located a suspicious object they believe to be dangerous, immediately report it to local law enforcement. It is not uncommon for old collectible military ordnance to be found in communities. These inert collectors’ items typically can be seen at trade shows and put on display for enthusiasts.
Despite the lack of these elements, the Springfield Fire Department’s Bomb Squad took custody of the device and disposed of it by their protocols.
The Joplin Police Department wants to remind citizens that if they believe they have located a suspicious object they believe to be dangerous, immediately report it to local law enforcement. It is not uncommon for old collectible military ordnance to be found in communities. These inert collectors’ items typically can be seen at trade shows and put on display for enthusiasts.
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