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Old Main Evacuated at Utah State After Suspicious Device Detonated Ahead of TPUSA Event

Officials report no apparent link to the evening program, with inquiries continuing.

Logan, Utah, USA-April 10, 2022:Young woman on her phone walking away from Old Main on the campus of Utah State University.
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Overview

  • An emergency alert at 2:44 p.m. ordered immediate evacuation of Old Main, and an all-clear was issued about an hour later.
  • The bomb squad, already on campus for enhanced security, carried out a controlled detonation after the item was assessed as non-explosive.
  • Authorities reported no injuries and described the blast as a precautionary step.
  • The Turning Point USA event at the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum proceeded under expanded screening, including metal detectors, bag checks and a no re-entry policy.
  • USU spokesperson Amanda DeRito said the package does not appear tied to the event; speakers included Alex Clark, Gov. Spencer Cox, Sen. Mike Lee (by video), Rep. Andy Biggs and Jason Chaffetz.