FBI calls bomb threats that led to brief lockdowns and evacuations of some state capitols a hoax
Multiple state capitols have received bomb threats that led to brief evacuations or lockdowns as police investigated, but no evidence of explosives has been found.
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2 developments- Jan 3, 2024Several state capitols receive bomb threats, prompting lockdowns and evacuations
- Jan 4, 2024FBI 'aware' of hoax state capitol bomb threats around the country
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3 viewpointsFBI dismisses wave of bomb threats across multiple state capitol buildings as hoax
Bomb threats prompt evacuations of government buildings in several states, but no explosives found
All Clear: FBI Update About Wednesday Bomb Threats of 9 State Capitols Says It Was Hoax
Bomb threats lead to brief lockdowns and the evacuation of multiple state capitols - The Daily Reporter
Bomb threats lead to brief lockdowns and the evacuation of multiple state capitols