A bomb threat shut down the Flying J travel center in Willard on Monday, after a manager reported the threat and ordered the busy stop cleared out for about two hours. The building was later declared safe and employees and customers were allowed back inside. No injuries were reported, and Willard City Police said they have identified a person of interest.
Agencies on scene
Willard police, the Willard Fire Department, the Utah Highway Patrol, the Box Elder County Fire Marshal’s Office and the Weber County Sheriff’s Office all responded to the call, creating a sizable multi-agency presence at the truck stop, according to KMYU. Officials called it an active investigation and asked the public and drivers to steer clear while crews worked the scene.
Investigation and clearance
Officers searched the building and, after about two hours, gave the all clear, telling KMYU that there was no threat to the public. Willard City Police said they have been in contact with a person of interest as the investigation continues.
Where this took place
The Flying J Travel Center sits just off I-15 at Exit 357 in Willard, and the company lists the store address as 600 W 750 N. The location is a frequent stop for truck drivers and interstate travelers, according to Pilot Flying J.
What to watch for
The call is the latest in a series of bomb threats and hoaxes reported across Utah in recent months, a pattern local outlets have been tracking. Police have not released additional details about the person of interest. Anyone with information is asked to contact Willard City Police as the probe continues, and authorities have asked the public to keep avoiding the area while investigators work, with context reported by Park Record.
