MOORESVILLE, N.C. — An investigation was underway into a bomb threat at the Walmart on Norman Station Blvd. in Mooresville, just off Interstate 77.
Mooresville Fire and Police are currently on scene at the Mooresville Wal-Mart at 169 Norman Station Blvd. for a bomb/suspicious package. Surrounding businesses are being evacuated. Please stay away from the area.
— Town of Mooresville (@MooresvilleNC) December 19, 2019
Officials said the Walmart in Iredell County, as well as the surrounding businesses, were evacuated Thursday afternoon.
Authorities checked the store and found no threat.
The store will reopen, officials said at about 4 p.m.
This is an ongoing investigation. Check back with wsoctv.com for more information.
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