A dangerous discovery during fieldwork in Brochocin, in Złotoryja County, could have ended in tragedy. While working in one of the fields, a farmer came across an object resembling unexploded ordnance. However, he kept his composure—he immediately stopped work and notified the services.
A police patrol was sent to the scene. It included an officer with specialist bomb-disposal and pyrotechnics training. After examining the find, it was confirmed to be a mortar shell most likely dating from World War II.
The police secured the area, preventing unauthorized people from entering, and informed a bomb-disposal unit about the discovery. The following day, bomb-disposal specialists inspected the surrounding area, secured the unexploded ordnance and transported it to a training ground, where it will be safely neutralized.
This is another reminder that, despite more than 80 years having passed since the end of World War II, unexploded ordnance and misfires are still being found in Poland. Such objects remain extremely dangerous and can explode even after many decades, posing a deadly threat to people.
Police emphasize that the finder’s proper conduct helped prevent danger. Anyone who comes across an object resembling unexploded ordnance during agricultural, construction or forestry work—or even while out walking—should remember the basic safety rules.
Above all, do not touch, move or attempt to disassemble the object. Move to a safe distance, prevent unauthorized people from accessing the location and notify the services as quickly as possible by calling the emergency number 112.
The services remind everyone that common sense and a quick report are the best ways to avoid tragedy. Every report concerning a suspicious object is treated with the utmost seriousness, and appropriate action is taken exclusively by specialized services equipped with the necessary tools and experience.
