Wednesday morning at the Adams County Justice Center in Brighton turned tense after a reported bomb threat led to a precautionary evacuation of the courthouse, county officials said. Staff and visitors were moved out of the building while deputies and specialized units responded, clearing the interior and securing the surrounding area. The Adams County Sheriff's Office said the response began at about 8:38 a.m. as employees and members of the public were guided to safety.
Officials: Investigation Underway
According to reporting from The Denver Post, the Adams County Sheriff's Office confirmed that the courthouse was evacuated and that the bomb threat is under investigation. The outlet also reported that no additional details were immediately released and that courthouse operations were disrupted while deputies searched the building and surrounding grounds.
What the Sheriff's Office Said
The Adams County Sheriff's Office posted an alert on X stating that a bomb threat at the county courthouse was under investigation and that deputies were on scene. The social media message was timestamped at about 8:38 a.m., according to the agency's account. The Adams County Sheriff's Office said the threat remained under investigation.
Courthouse Impact and Contact Info
The Adams County Justice Center, located at 1100 Judicial Center Drive in Brighton, houses the county's combined courts and clerk's offices and handles county-level court business. The Colorado Judicial Branch lists the Justice Center's regular hours and contact numbers for court matters, which may be affected while the investigation continues. The Colorado Judicial Branch also provides the court's main phone number for people with scheduled hearings.
What Comes Next
In situations like this, bomb-threat responses typically involve detailed sweeps by specialized teams along with a review of building security, although authorities did not say whether bomb-squad technicians had been called to the scene. Officials urged anyone with information to contact the Adams County Sheriff's Office, and additional updates are expected to come through local media and public-safety channels as the investigation moves forward.
