Bomb Threat Closes Temple City Hall

The City of Temple, Texas is breathing a sigh of relief after a bomb scare at City Hall.

Bomb Threat Against Temple City Hall

According to Nohely Mackowiak with the City of Temple, police received an anonymous call bomb threat against the Municipal Building at 2 North Main Street around 1:50 PM Thursday. Police quickly and safely evacuated the building and set up a perimeter, and issued noticed to nearby businesses.

K-9 units with the Killeen Police Department and the Precinct 4 Constable's Office were called in to help with TPD's investigation. Thankfully, no explosive devices were found and no injuries were reported.

Police Gave the All Clear

By 3:50 PM, police had determined that the building and surrounding areas were safe, and they issued an all clear.

Temple Police Are Looking For a Suspect

Unfortunately, police don't currently know who issued the threat, but they're determined to find out.

In a news release issued late Thursday afternoon, Temple PD warned that making a false bomb threat could be considered a terrorist threat, which is a third-degree felony punishable by anywhere from two years to a decade in prison along with a $10,000 fine.

Downtown Temple Closure

You may have found yourself in the Downtown Temple area Thursday afternoon and noticed a lot more commotion than usual. Streets were closed off and many people were walking around with concerned looks on their faces. Now you know why.

I'm happy to report everyone is ok, but someone certainly caused the scare they were going for.

Temple City Hall

Temple Town Hall is a major place of business and a main center for the City of Temple. It is the home of several government offices providing the typical services that any local government structure does. This is where the legislative body does its duties for the city and conducts proceedings on behalf of the citizens of Temple. This is also the location that you would head to in the search of public records.

Temple City Hall Services

Outside of the standard legislative proceedings, the Temple City Hall provides several common services for its citizens. This includes marriage licenses and certificates for those about to tie the not. This location can also provide you with voter poll locations in Temple as well as elections procedures.

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Temple City Hall Hours of Operation

Temple City Hall is typically open Monday through Friday from 8am until 5pm. Due to the bomb threat situation, the City of Temple City Hall is closed for the remainder of this week and will reopen to the public on Monday.