"The bomb squad arrived at the scene at about 8:30 p.m. and‚ after taking X-rays of the device‚ determined it was not live. "
Is that why it was left at the side of the turnpike? Is there another way aside from radiography to verify whether it is a dud or not?
DC, I really don't know. ExSoldier had to log off because of a storm, but when he gets back online he might know.