Arapahoe Courthouse Suspicious Packages: All-Clear Given

Littleton CO

19 April, 2021

3:14 PM

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ARAPAHOE COUNTY, CO — An all-clear was given after suspicious packages were found outside the Arapahoe County courthouse Monday, officials said. A bomb squad determined the packages were not a threat, the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office said. The packages were dropped off in the parking lot around 11:45 a.m., and the visitor parking lot and courthouse were closed while the investigation was underway. The bomb squad cleared just after 2 p.m., and the courthouse reopened. The contents of the packages were not disclosed, however photos appear to show an assortment of items inside black cases. The sheriff's office was investigating who left the cases. Bomb Squad has cleared the scene at the Arapahoe County Courthouse in Centennial. Packages were found not to be a threat. The parking lot and courthouse have reopened. Investigation continues as to who left the packages. pic.twitter.com/8avnghaxkk— Arapahoe Sheriff (@ArapahoeSO) April 19, 2021 Don't miss the latest news updates in Littleton: Free Littleton Patch Newsletters and Email Alerts | Facebook | Twitter