San Diego Registrar of Voters evacuated over possible bomb threat: cops

A bomb threat sparked a major security scare at the San Diego County Registrar of Voters building Monday afternoon after a suspicious suitcase was discovered in the lobby, prompting authorities to evacuate the facility and shut down surrounding streets.The San Diego Police Department confirmed that a suitcase was found in the building’s front lobby at approximately 1:45 p.m., triggering an evacuation as a precaution.Police also closed nearby streets while authorities responded to the potential threat.The alarming discovery comes just one day before Election Day, as election officials prepare for voters to head to the polls Tuesday.Authorities have not yet disclosed what was inside the suitcase or whether any explosives were discovered.It was also not immediately clear who left the suitcase in the lobby or whether police believe the incident was deliberately intended to disrupt election operations.Police have not announced any arrests in connection with the incident.The investigation remains ongoing....

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Publisher: New York Post

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