Public Safety Advisory - October 7, 2026

Police Department Statement About the Incident (2:30 pm):

Meridian Township Police Department Statement - Suspicious Package at the Meridian Mall
On October 7, 2026 at approximately 9:45 am, the Meridian Township Police Department responded to a report of a suspicious package located near an exterior entrance on the east side of the Meridian Mall.

Out of an abundance of caution, the area was promptly cleared of civilians while the investigation was conducted. The Michigan State Police Bomb Squad was called to the scene to assist, and after a comprehensive assessment, authorities confirmed that the package posed no hazard to the public.

Operations at the Meridian Mall resumed as normal at approximately 11:45 am.

The Meridian Township Police were assisted by the Meridian Township Fire Department and the Michigan State Police.

UPDATE (11:36 am)

Police have cleared the area around the Meridian Mall. There is no danger to the public at this time.

The mall is open, and normal operations have resumed.

Public Safety Advisory (Oct.7, 10:45 am)

The Meridian Township Police Department is investigating a suspicious package found near the Meridian Mall.

As a precaution, please avoid the southeast area of the mall and use alternate routes until further notice.

We will provide updates as more information becomes available.