Lawrence police investigating explosive device, broken window at Sunshine Acres Montessori School

Police are investigating reported criminal damage discovered Monday morning at Sunshine Acres Montessori School in southeastern Lawrence.

Sgt. Bill Cory, a Lawrence police spokesman, said school staff members arrived to work Monday and noticed a window had been broken at the school, 2141 Maple Lane. They also reported a strong odor of gasoline.

A police officer found a broken bottle with a rag outside the broken window.

Cory said there was no sign the rag or bottle had been ignited. Police are still investigating the incident.

Anyone with information can call police at 785-832-7509 or the Tips Hotline at 785-843-TIPS.