Mortar shell found at Blenheim property removed by policeRICKY WILSON/FAIRFAX NZ A Blenheim police officer removes the mortar shell from a George St home. A Blenheim street was cordoned off on Saturday after police received a call about an old mortar shell that might still be live. The army confirmed it was a training shell, however the family at the centre of the mortar scare were still counting their blessings, a police spokesman said. James Adams said the mortar round belonged to his father, Trevor Adams, who got it during his time in the army. READ MORE:* Mortar shell found at Christchurch property* War zone: Highway explodes in front of motorist* Mortar bomb found in cityWhen his father died at the beginning of August, the shell was passed down to James' brother, Kelly Adams, who took it to his home on George St.

Source: Stuff August 20, 2016 08:37 UTC