School bus driver finds rifle in middle of a road in Berlin, NJ

If you're suddenly missing a rifle, a school bus driver in Camden County may have found it Wednesday morning.

According to the Berlin Police Department, at about 6:50 AM, their officers were called to South Arlington Avenue after they received a report that a school bus driver "located a 'handgun' in the street."

At the scene, cops found a rifle in the roadway, which they secured.

Police did not disclose any additional information and they say the incident remains under investigation.

Rifle found on South Arlington Avenue in Berlin NJ - Photo: Google Maps

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In a Facebook post, the department addressed some social media rumors that said the weapon was from the Berlin Police Department and/or one of its officers. They say neither claim is true.

If you have any information regarding the rifle, you are asked to contact Lt. Joshua Smith at (856) 807-1031.

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