Union County Courthouse, Government Center evacuated due to threat

MONROE, N.C. — The Union County Sheriff’s Office evacuated the county courthouse and Government Center Thursday morning following a threat to the facilities. Officials ordered the evacuation as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of staff and the public.

There was nothing discovered that could pose a risk to the public. The courthouse reopened at 11:20 a.m.

The sheriff’s office received a call for service involving a threat to the safety and security of the courthouse. Out of an abundance of caution, security measures were immediately implemented for both the courthouse and the neighboring Government Center.

The sheriff’s office implemented the safety protocols immediately after the threat was reported.

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