Bomb Threat at McDowell County Courthouse

McDowell County --  The McDowell County Sheriff's Office announced the Bomb Squad units and K9 teams are now on the scene at the 

the McDowell County Courthouse methodically searching.

We will continue to provide updates as information comes in. Please continue to avoid the area. are on the scene The public is advised to avoid the following streets surrounding the courthouse until the area is cleared: Main Street, Court Street, Henderson Street, and South Garden Street, as law enforcement and emergency services work to secure the McDowell County Courthouse.

WNCTimes will bring updates as available.