As terror investigation continues, feds tell police to look at self-storage sites

Feds tell police to contact self-storage sites

WASHINGTON — Counterterrorism officials are advising police officers to be vigilant for any possible bomb-making at self-storage facilities.

The notice, sent by the FBI and Homeland Security Department Monday, recommends police contact storage facilities to encourage employees to report any suspicious behavior.

The notice comes as investigators probe a possible al-Qaida bomb plot in New York and Denver. The document obtained by The Associated Press notes terrorists have used such storage facilities in the past to concoct bombs.

Justice Department spokesman Richard Kolko said the notice is meant to educate police as they go about their routine duties and is not intended for the media or the public.