BRANFORD, Conn — A Branford library was evacuated Tuesday afternoon after the staff received a bomb threat that prompted a police investigation, according to the town's police department.
Police said that they were contacted by the staff of Blackstone Memorial Library, reporting that a bomb threat had been emailed to them.
The New Haven Police Bomb Squad assisted police with clearing the building.
Surrounding streets were reopened after being closed to traffic during the investigation.
This is a developing story. Stay tuned to this page for updates.
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