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Man Charged With False Threat of Terrorism Following Crossroads Evacuation

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KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A 22-year-old Portage man accused of making a false 911 call that led to the evacuation of The Crossroads mall last week was arraigned Monday in Kalamazoo District Court.

Mitchell Meister was charged with making a false report of terrorism and resisting and obstructing a police officer.

The Crossroads was evacuated Friday evening following a false tip.  Meister’s preliminary hearing is scheduled for July 29.