Suspicious Package

Arizona Supreme Court Evacuated After Package Tests Positive for Explosives

On Monday morning, Arizona’s Supreme Court building was evacuated after the discovery of multiple vials containing a homemade explosive substance. The Department of Public Safety (DPS) responded to a report of a “suspicious package” at around 8 am, leading to the involvement of multiple agencies. Staff were sent home and the building was evacuated after the package in the mailroom tested positive for explosives. As a precaution, multiple buildings in the area, including the Department of Education, were also evacuated while the Phoenix Police Department led the investigation.

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Joint Base Andrews: White Powder Package Hospitalizes Seven, Sparking Anthrax Scare Reminiscent of Past Incidents

On Thursday, a suspicious package containing an unknown white powder was opened at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, resulting in the brief hospitalization of seven individuals. Emergency responders evacuated the building and established a cordon as a precaution. Although initial field tests from the hazardous materials team did not detect any immediate threats, the investigation is ongoing, and the specifics of the powder and any related illnesses remain unknown. The US Air Force’s office of special investigations has taken over the scene, and normal operations have resumed.

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