GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Trinity Health St. Mary's Hospital's Emergency Department was locked down on Thursday after a bomb threat just before 10 p.m.
According to Grand Rapids police, a 65 year-old man returned to the ER after being released earlier that day, set down a small paper bag, and told security there was a bomb in it.
Security personnel had evacuated the ER and locked down the rest of the hospital by the time GRPD arrived.
A bomb threat at St. Mary's in Grand Rapids. A @GrandRapidsPD suits up in what looks like bomb gear. pic.twitter.com/MCqEZ14TDy
— Matt Witkos Reporter (@matt_witkos) February 10, 2023
The bag was x-rayed by the bomb squad, revealing an insulated drinking glass, a banana, and an orange.
The ER and rest of the hospital resumed normal business after about 90 minutes and the man was taken to jail, pending a review of possible charges.
In a statement, Trinity Health Grand Rapids said:
"Trinity Health Grand Rapids received a bomb threat earlier tonight that has since been cleared. The hospital has standard procedures to ensure a safe and secure healing environment for patients, visitors and employees. Enhanced security measures are implemented from time to time to address immediate safety concerns."
This is a developing story. FOX 17 will share more information as it becomes available.
