UPDATED 11/9/21: Port Huron Police report that a 41 year old male from Port Huron made the call to the hospital, but he has denied making the threats.
Police are continuing to investigate, and those who have information can contact them at (810) 984-8415 or (810) 987-6688. Anonymous texts can also be made by texting the keyword CAPTURE and the message/tip to 847411 or by downloading the Port Huron PD app on an Apple or Android device. Tips can also be emailed by clicking on the CAPTURE link at www.porthuronpolice.org.
UPDATED at 11/8/2021 at 1:35 PM: The lockdown has been lifted. Business as usual has resumed at the hospital, and Port Huron Police are investigating the source of the call.
11/8/21 12:07 PM: McLaren Port Huron Hospital is currently on lockdown after a bomb threat received by phone just after 10 AM this morning.
Hospital officials immediately notified the Port Huron Police Department and officers are working to resolve the situation.
According to Jennifer Carbary, Marketing Director for McLaren Port Huron, “No visitors are allowed at the hospital right now, and all appointments have been cancelled until 2 p.m. Otherwise, patient care within the hospital is continuing as usual.”
Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand
