SUSPICIOUS LETTER IN STATE MAILROOM INVESTIGATED

(ANNAPOLIS, MD) -- Maryland State Police and fire department personnel responded to investigate a suspicious letter received in the state mailroom in the Jeffrey Building in Annapolis at about 1:00 p.m. today.

The letter reportedly contained a small packet inside that appeared to hold a powdery substance. The Annapolis Fire Department and Anne Arundel County Fire Department were called and responded as a precaution. Fire department personnel followed protocol to clear the envelope and ensure the safety of the area.

The Anne Arundel County Fire Department HazMat Unit examined the package and determined the substance appeared to be a baby powder. They have cleared the scene. The state mail room operation has returned to normal.

Investigators from the Maryland State Police Criminal Investigation Section will continue to investigate. The Maryland Capital Police Department took custody of the letter and will transport it for laboratory examination.