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HAZMAT team on scene due to suspicious substance near Dove Boulevard

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Updated on May 11, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.

MPD responded to reports of a resident receiving an envelope containing a white powdery substance in the area of North Owl Head Canyon Road and West Bandtail Court.

The substance tested and the results were uncertain.

There was just one resident directly involved, and they were not harmed.

Further tests will be conducted, and the investigation remains ongoing.

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Northwest Fire District, Golder Ranch Fire District, Tucson Fire Department and Marana Police Department responded to reports of hazardous materials near North Dove Mountain Boulevard.

Crews remain on scene and investigation remains ongoing.

MPD advises to avoid the area.

Stay with KGUN 9 for further updates.

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