New Orleans police are investigating a series of bomb threats that occurred over the weekend, affecting both the Leonidas area and the French Quarter. The threats prompted a significant response from authorities, although no incidents or suspects have been located as of now.
Bomb Threat at Business on Dante and Maple Streets
The first bomb threat was reported on Saturday, May 7, at 11:20 a.m., at a business located at the intersection of Dante and Maple streets in the Leonidas neighborhood. Police responded to the threat after an unknown man made bomb threats toward the business. However, after investigating, officers found no evidence of a bomb or suspect.
Armed Robbery at Canal Street Bank
In a separate incident, police are also looking into an armed robbery that occurred at a bank in the 4000 block of Canal Street. During the robbery, the suspect threatened to use a bomb, adding to the tension in the area. No further details about the robbery or suspect have been released by authorities at this time.
Bomb Threat in the French Quarter
The third bomb threat took place early Sunday morning, around 1 a.m., when an unknown man called the 8th District police station and threatened to place multiple bombs on Bourbon Street. The caller did not provide further details about the threat. Police are continuing to investigate the origin of the call and any possible connections to the earlier incidents.
Ongoing Investigation
At this time, New Orleans police are continuing to investigate the threats. Authorities have not reported finding any explosive devices, and there have been no injuries. The investigation is ongoing, and police are working to identify any potential suspects connected to the bomb threats and the armed robbery.
