# Sex Toy in Trash Bin Prompts Bomb Squad Response in DC

Washington D.C.'s bomb squad was deployed after a suspicious object was found in a trash bin, which turned out to be a discarded sex toy. The item triggered alarm due to its appearance or electronic components. The incident ended without danger, illustrating how ordinary items can occasionally set off security protocols.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/aug/12/washington-dc-sex-toy-trash-bin) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:11:51 GMT