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Unknown white powdery substance discovered in Johnson County, KS Courthouse mailroom

2 who discovered substance in quarantine
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — An unknown white powdery substance was discovered in the Johnson County Courthouse mailroom Thursday morning, according to a JoCo Sheriff’s Office spokesperson.

A sample of the powder is being tested by the Olathe Fire Department’s Hazardous Materials Unit to determine what it is.

Until it is identified, the two people who discovered the substance are currently being quarantined.

Court operations have not been affected by the investigation, and officials clearing the scene said the incident is not seen as a public safety issue.

No other details were immediately available.

This is a developing story and may be updated.