reported that bomb A threat to the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville on Friday prompted a police lockdown and massive action. The incident occurred at 4500 San Pablo Road South, Jacksonville, Florida.
Local channel Action News Jax, Confirmed The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office sent officers to respond to “reported threats” locally. The Jacksonville Police Department has not commented on the incident. The matter is still ongoing and the alert has not been given.
exist X The post said the Mayo Clinic had been put on lockdown after threats. “Mayo Clinic Jacksonville Lockdown: Bomb threat to Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. A bomb threat was reported at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida; JSO responded with heavy police presence,” one page states. Another source added, citing scanner reports, “A bomb threat was received at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, causing the clinic to be placed on lockdown. Police and fire departments responded and are investigating. People are advised to avoid the area.”
a later one renew According to local media reports, the campus lockdown has been lifted after an evaluation by law enforcement.
Threat to Mayo Clinic: Reactions pour in
Some people reacted to the news of the threat to the Mayo Clinic. “What’s the threat?” one person asked. Another added, “They definitely want someone to pay the $10,000 deductible for treatment.” Another claimed to share their personal experience, saying, “Saw Philips cyclist on Emerson Street today. Stay safe.”
Many people offered prayers, with one writing “Praying for a peaceful outcome and for those involved and their families. Hope the situation is resolved soon. Sending love and positive vibes to all affected by this situation.” Another asked what exactly was going on at the clinic.
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One person who claimed to have been there said: “When they kicked us out, was there work already? There were at least 10 police officers there already.” Another such account came from a person who added “We witnessed the incident live on camera…”.
The reported bomb threat to the Mayo Clinic comes as many hospitals across the United States are facing such threats. Earlier this month, Bay Park Hospital in Ohio received a bomb threat. This was later proven to be false. The state’s ProMedica Flower hospital also received another threat, which also turned out to be a scam. The problem became more widespread when a hoax bomb threat was also reported at Baptist Hospital in southwest Miami-Dade County in April.
