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Bomb Threats and Suspicious Packages Prompt Evacuations in Springfield
Ohio governor says threats referenced pipe bombs and Haitian immigrants
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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Bomb threats and suspicious packages were reported in downtown Springfield, Ohio on Monday, leading to evacuations and school closures. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine said the threats referenced pipe bombs and Haitian immigrants, and that suspicious duffel bags were also found in the area. The Federal Bureau of Investigation and local law enforcement are investigating the incidents.
Why it matters
The threats come amid ongoing tensions and uncertainty around the potential end of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian immigrants in the Springfield area, which is home to a large Haitian population. The threats have disrupted the community and raised concerns about public safety and the targeting of immigrant groups.
The details
Several government offices and the public safety building in downtown Springfield received bomb threats on Monday morning referencing pipe bombs and Haitian immigrants. Suspicious duffel bags were also found in two locations, leading authorities to cordon off the area and evacuate nearby buildings, including schools. The Federal Bureau of Investigation, the governor's public safety office, and the Dayton bomb squad are investigating the incidents.
- The threats were received on Monday morning, February 9, 2026.
- In late 2024, Springfield received a slew of bomb threats after baseless rumors about Haitians eating pets went viral.
The players
Mike DeWine
The governor of Ohio, who held a press conference to address the bomb threats and suspicious packages in Springfield.
Federal Bureau of Investigation
The federal law enforcement agency that is involved in the investigation of the incidents in Springfield.
Springfield City School District
The school district that dismissed students early due to the threats and evacuations.
Haitian immigrants
The group that was specifically referenced in the bomb threats, many of whom are Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders living in the Springfield area.
Dayton International Air Force Bomb Squad
The bomb squad that responded to the scene in Springfield.
What they’re saying
“This is a despicable act. It's caused kids to miss a whole day of school today for the city.”
— Mike DeWine, Governor of Ohio (Yahoo News)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the suspect out on bail.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the ongoing tensions and fears within the Haitian immigrant community in Springfield, Ohio, as they face uncertainty around the potential end of Temporary Protected Status. It also raises concerns about the targeting of immigrant groups and the impact on the broader community.
