Bomb technicians rushed to the El Paso County Courthouse on Wednesday morning after a suspicious package was reported, sending staff and visitors out of the building while authorities moved in to check things out. Officials stressed the response was precautionary as the bomb squad examined the item and secured the area.
What Happened
Shortly after 9:08 a.m., a suspicious package was reported at the county courthouse, prompting the El Paso Police Department's Bomb Squad to respond, according to KDBC/CBS4. The El Paso County Sheriff's Office told the station the courthouse was being cleared "out of an abundance of caution" while bomb technicians handled the situation. As of the latest update, officials had not released additional details about the package or whether court operations were disrupted.
Where It Happened
The county courthouse sits at 500 E. San Antonio Ave. in downtown El Paso houses county courtrooms and administrative offices, per El Paso County. The county lists the courthouse phone as 915-273-3200, and residents with scheduled business were advised to check the county site for status updates before heading over.
Related Incidents
Bomb-squad callouts for suspicious items are not rare in the area. Hoodline previously covered a downtown municipal court evacuation on Dec. 1, 2025, when technicians were called after an item was found, which also shut down nearby streets and delayed court business. That December scare highlighted how quickly local courthouses can be locked down when something suspicious surfaces.
What To Expect
Officials and local outlets are expected to share updates as the bomb squad completes its inspection and clears the scene. For the most current information on courthouse access and case scheduling, keep an eye on El Paso County or local news coverage.
