A Walmart store in New Philadelphia was evacuated Wednesday after an alleged bomb threat was discovered inside the building, prompting a large police response.
Sources tell Jordan Miller News that the threat was written on a bathroom wall inside the store.
The incident unfolded Wednesday, April 29, with the Walmart Supercenter being cleared of customers and employees as a precaution.
New Philadelphia police officers and detectives are currently on scene, investigating the situation and securing the area. Authorities have not yet released official details about the nature of the threat or whether any suspects have been identified.
Initial information circulating online indicates the message referencing a bomb threat was found written in a restroom, though that has not yet been formally confirmed by law enforcement.
Police are expected to conduct a thorough sweep of the building to determine whether any credible threat exists. The public is being urged to avoid the area while emergency crews continue their investigation.
This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
