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Arrowhead Towne Center evacuated over unverified bomb threat

Feb 27, 2021, 4:53 PM

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PHOENIX — Arrowhead Towne Center in Glendale was evacuated Saturday afternoon after receiving an email of a bomb threat, police say.

Investigators say no evidence verifying the threat was found. The area surrounding the mall reopened around 4:45 p.m.

Some of the businesses will remain closed for the remainder of the day, according to Glendale police.

The investigation into the threat is ongoing.

No additional information was made immediately available.

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Arrowhead Towne Center evacuated over unverified bomb threat