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Nazi Flag and Suspicious Canister Found in Vehicle Near San Diego Islamic Center

18 June 2026 17:01

A suspicious vehicle near the Islamic Center of San Diego in Clairemont was found to contain a Nazi flag and a suspicious canister, prompting a bomb squad response and evacuations. - SDPD officers at the Islamic Center spotted the vehicle around 11:40 a.m.

on Derrick Drive and Genesee Avenue. - The driver was detained; a Nazi flag and suspicious canister were visible inside.

- The Metro Arson Strike Team and Joint Terrorism Task Force are investigating. - Nearby businesses including Home Depot, Target, and DMV were evacuated; residents asked to shelter in place.

Police say there is no active threat to the Islamic Center, and the investigation is ongoing.

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