Mecklenburg Co. Courthouse reopens following bomb threat, authorities say

Deputies said that after a thorough search, no threat had been found.
The courthouse and the surrounding streets had reopened as of 3 p.m., according to the sheriff’s office.
Published: Sep. 28, 2023 at 1:12 PM EDT|Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 3:03 PM EDT
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) -The Mecklenburg County Courthouse has resumed normal operations following a bomb threat Thursday afternoon, authorities said.

The building was evacuated and Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s deputies and K-9 units conducted a search, according to the department.

Deputies said that after a thorough search, no threat had been found.

The courthouse and the surrounding streets had reopened as of 3 p.m., according to the sheriff’s office.

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