Vintage bomb unearthed in Manila


A vintage bomb was unearthed at a construction site in Sta. Cruz, Manila on Tuesday evening. 

(MPD PIO)

Investigation showed that a construction company was digging up a site along Laon Laan Street corner Mendoza Street in Manila when they saw the elongated metal object. 

It turned out to be a corroded 155mm artillery projectile and is believed to be a vintage bomb. 

The bomb was turned over to the Manila Police District Explosive and Canine Unit for safekeeping. 

Investigation is ongoing.