PATERSON, N.J. – Police are investigating reports of bomb threats at several polling locations in Paterson on Election Day, including School No. 10, where voters and staff were temporarily evacuated as a precaution.
Authorities responded swiftly after threats were made Tuesday afternoon, prompting lockdowns and sweeps at multiple sites across the city. Officials have not confirmed whether any devices were found, and the investigation remains active. Law enforcement agencies are working with election officials to ensure the safety of voters and to keep polling places open once cleared.
