ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — An investigation has begun after a suspicious bag was found on Madison Avenue near Lark Street.

The bag was found outside of Lark Street Tavern just before 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. Both Albany police and New York State Police arrived to investigate.

After a couple of hours, the scene was determined to be all clear. The bag was secured, and police are working to determine who left it in the area.