DeKalb closes Intrenchment Creek area due to 'hidden traps'

DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond says there are hidden traps at Intrenchment Creek Park. On Friday, he issued an executive order closing the area off to the public. (Chamian Cruz/WABE)

DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond issued an executive order Friday closing Intrenchment Creek Park due to a threat to public safety.

He said at a press conference at Maloof Auditorium that law enforcement has found hidden traps and other devices that could injure adults, children and pets wandering the park during the warmer months.

“Because our parks and recreation employees have been unable to safely inspect and maintain this public property, we don’t know for certain if there might be other dangerous contraptions and traps hidden,” Thurmond said.