San Jose Police Deem Suspicious Device to Be Non-Explosive

A suspicious device found at the Salvation Army north of downtown San Jose has been deemed non-explosive, according to the police department.

The device was found in the 700 block of West Taylor Street and prompted evacuations, police said.

A street closure also was in place, and police asked the public to avoid the area.

Via Twitter, police confirmed there was no threat to public safety.

"We must respond to and treat all suspicious items as a threat until deemed otherwise," police said. "We appreciate your patience."