Waynesboro Walmart evacuated for investigation of suspicious package

The Waynesboro Police Department and Waynesboro Fire Department responded to Walmart Saturday to investigate a reported suspicious package.

Based on the preliminary investigation, a metal ammunition can was located outside of the front of the store. The store was evacuated as a safety precaution.

A request was made for further examination of the item by the Virginia State Police. The item was found not to be a threat, and it was safely removed.

The investigation concluded that no crime was committed.