Multiple polling places across New Jersey were forced to close or relocate Tuesday following a series of bomb threats, disrupting Election Day voting in several communities, according to reports.
In Paterson, Mayor Andre Sayegh confirmed that polling locations at School 2 and School 10 were shut down after threats were received, New Jersey’s News 12 reported.
Newark Public Safety officials said they are investigating phishing emails containing false bomb threats but noted that a reported threat on Gotthard Street was unfounded.
In Middlesex County, Avanel Middle School was closed due to an active law enforcement investigation, with voters redirected to Woodbine Avenue Elementary School.
A polling site in Lake Como was also relocated after a similar threat, and Passaic Mayor Hector Lora confirmed additional threats in his city. Authorities at the state and local levels continue to investigate, and election officials emphasize that voting remains ongoing at alternate sites.
Newsmax writer Eric Mack contributed to this report.
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