NJ Teen Sought After Bomb-Making Materials Found; School Project Cited

Moorestown, NJ, was the scene of a concerning incident on Sunday morning when police responded to a tip about explosive materials. An 18-year-old high school senior is the focus of the investigation. The teen, who has not been identified, allegedly brought the materials to a friend's house on East Oak Avenue, intending to use them for a school science project. Police, responding to a tip about the materials located three miles away on Cove Road, conducted a controlled detonation of the devices at both locations. "We don't have all the specifics on that yet," Moorestown Police Chief stated at a press conference, "but they weren't doing anything that would be in any way criminal." The incident caused a temporary evacuation of the neighborhood and nearby schools. The teen is currently at large and faces potential charges related to possession of destructive devices. The incident highlights the importance of responsible handling of potentially dangerous materials, even in the context of educational projects. The controlled detonation ensured public safety and averted any potential harm.