Columbia Police respond to bomb threat in 400 block of Conley Road, April 23

At approximately 1:09 p.m., officers responded to a report of a bomb threat in the 400 block of Conley Road.

Initial information indicated pipe bombs had been planted inside of a business. Upon arrival, officers contacted management and coordinated an orderly evacuation while assisting customers and employees as they exited. A controlled evacuation of vehicles in the parking lot was also conducted. City of Columbia buses were requested to provide a temporary shelter for employees during the investigation.

A Columbia Police Department K-9 explosives dog and bomb technician searched the building and found no explosives. No additional threats were reported or observed. The property was cleared about 3:30 p.m., and officers escorted staff back inside.

We would like to thank the Ashland Police Department for their assistance with crowd and traffic control.

There is no current threat to the public. The investigation is ongoing.

This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652. To provide information without leaving your name or number, call CrimeStoppers at 573.875.8477. If you provide information to Crimestoppers that leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500.

Case Number 2026-003629

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