Bomb Threats Target Haitian Community in Ohio

Schools and county offices in Clark County received multiple hoax threats, prompting closures

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced that schools and county offices in Clark County, Ohio received multiple bomb threats on Monday targeting the local Haitian community. The threats prompted the closure of all Springfield City School District buildings for the day, though authorities said there was no credible threat to the public. The FBI is investigating the incident, which comes amid ongoing tensions over Temporary Protected Status for Haitian immigrants.

Why it matters

These threats against the Haitian community in Ohio are part of a concerning pattern of harassment and discrimination that has occurred in the region in recent years, including bomb threats following false claims about Haitian immigrants made by political figures. The incident highlights the vulnerability of immigrant communities and the need for law enforcement and political leaders to forcefully condemn such hateful acts.

The details

According to Governor DeWine, the emailed threats were directed at schools and public facilities in Clark County, referencing pipe bombs and demanding that 'Haitians should be out, get rid of the Haitians.' Police responded and found duffel bags outside the Clark County Municipal Court and Public Safety Building, but no suspicious devices were discovered. The Springfield City School District closed all buildings 'out of an abundance of caution,' while county offices also received threats.

  • The threats were received around 7:45 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2026.
  • In September 2024, similar bomb threats rattled Springfield after then-presidential candidate Donald Trump and running mate JD Vance made false claims about Haitian immigrants.

The players

Mike DeWine

The Governor of Ohio who announced the bomb threats targeting the Haitian community.

Rob Rue

The Mayor of Springfield, Ohio who said the community 'has faced a familiar situation that understandably caused concern.'

Allison Elliott

The Springfield Police Division Chief who stated there are 'no substantiated threats to the community.'

Donald Trump

The former U.S. President who, along with running mate JD Vance, made false claims about Haitian immigrants that contributed to previous bomb threats in the region.

JD Vance

The former running mate of Donald Trump who, along with Trump, made false claims about Haitian immigrants that contributed to previous bomb threats in the region.

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What they’re saying

“These are threats that also referenced Haitians. The whole essence of the threats were the Haitians should be out, get rid of the Haitians.”

— Mike DeWine, Governor of Ohio (wjtn.com)

“This is a despicable act. It's caused kids to miss a whole day of school today.”

— Mike DeWine, Governor of Ohio (wjtn.com)

“I want to be clear, there is no immediate or credible threat to the public at this time. These matters are being taken seriously and addressed with the highest level of caution and professionalism.”

— Rob Rue, Mayor of Springfield, Ohio (wjtn.com)

What’s next

The FBI is investigating the bomb threats, and authorities are working to determine if the incidents are connected to previous threats in the region targeting the Haitian community.

The takeaway

These disturbing threats against the Haitian community in Ohio underscore the ongoing challenges faced by immigrant groups, who remain vulnerable to harassment and discrimination. Law enforcement and political leaders must take strong action to condemn such hateful acts and protect vulnerable populations.