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Authorities responded to a reported bomb threat at Six Flags Magic Mountain in California.
“We are aware of police activity at the park and are currently monitoring the situation in coordination with local authorities,” the statement reads.
A park spokesperson also tells Entertainment Weekly authorities conducted a “thorough safety check” and the park’s opening was delayed until 12:30 p.m. PT.
A reported bomb threat on Monday prompted a heavy police response to Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, Calif.
After local news reported that authorities responded to an alleged bomb scare at the amusement park — which features rides and attractions themed to Batman and other DC Comics characters — a park spokesperson tells Entertainment Weekly in a statement that the park’s opening was delayed until 12:30 p.m. PT.
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“Safety is one of our top priorities,” the statement says. “Earlier today, the park underwent a thorough safety check by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and California Highway Patrol. The park appreciates the timely response by both law enforcement agencies and values the ongoing partnership and commitment to keeping our community and guests safe.”
While “the park is currently closed” as of press time, the park intends to open at 12:30 p.m. PT, with further inquiries being directed to the LAPD.
An earlier statement released on the park’s social media channels indicated, “We are aware of police activity at the park and are currently monitoring the situation in coordination with local authorities.”
EW has reached out to the LAPD for more information.
This is a developing story. EW will update this post with more information as it becomes available.
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