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Miami-Dade Opens Probe Into Series of Hoax Bomb Threats After Weekend Sweeps

Authorities found no devices during sweeps.

Overview

  • Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is investigating a string of bomb threats that targeted Dadeland Mall, Dolphin Mall, Baptist Hospital of Miami, and a Metrorail station, with each site cleared after security sweeps.
  • Deputies issued an all-clear at Dadeland Mall following a sweep and reported no injuries at the shopping center.
  • Baptist Hospital underwent two separate security sweeps within 24 hours after repeated threats, according to deputies.
  • Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and Sweetwater Police joined the Sheriff’s Office in responses that prompted evacuations and temporary closures at busy shopping and transit hubs.
  • The Sheriff’s Office warned that making false threats is a crime that diverts crews from real emergencies and said it will pursue charges against those responsible.