 This morning, during daily routine checks and maintenance, Burdette Park Superintendent, Zach Wathen, discovered a suspicious package and immediately notified local authorities.Â
The authorities, including the Evansville Police Department Bomb Squad and the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Department, responded and evacuated the appropriate areas believed to contain a possible threat.Â
Out of an abundance of caution, the decision was made to close the park until a more comprehensive search and sweep of the facilities, particularly those used by the general public, were determined to be safe and free from any other suspicious activities.Â
Authorities determined the suspicious package did not pose any threat to the public and was contained without any concern to anyone else.Â
The Vanderburgh County Board of Commissioners want to stress that law enforcement agencies are still on scene; they have neutralized the threat; and there is June 27, 2023 Page 2Â
nothing to suspect there is an ongoing concern for the safety of anybody at Burdette Park or at the Burdette Park Aquatic Center. However, until a full sweep of all facilities is completed, the Board of Commissioners appreciate the public’s understanding in their abundance of caution and ask that the public stay away from Burdette Park until it can be reopened. Any further questions or comments should be directed to the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office. Again, we remind all of our patrons, if you see something suspicious, please do not hesitate to report it to the nearest authority.Â
