A World War II-era aerial bomb was discovered in Simo, Finnish Lapland, and has been successfully disarmed and removed. The bomb was identified by a historian as being of German origin. Authorities undertook operations to secure the site and safely transport the ordnance. The discovery prompted a response from bomb disposal experts who rendered the device harmless. This incident highlights the continued presence of remnants from the wartime period in the region. The removal of the bomb eliminates a potential hazard to the local population and environment. Further investigation into the bomb’s history may be conducted.