Bomb Threat

• Keep the caller on the line as long you can and attempt to obtain as much information as possible.
• Ask for the message to be repeated to confirm it. Write down all information received.
• If possible, record the message.
• Possible questions to ask the caller include:
  • When is the bomb going to explode?
  • Where is the bomb located?
  • What kind of bomb is it?
  • What does it look like?
  • Why was the bomb placed there?
• Listen closely to the voice (male or female), voice quality (calm or excited), accents, age of caller and speech impediments. Try to obtain the caller's identity.
• Pay particular attention to background noises, which may give a clue as to the location of the caller.
• Report the threat immediately by calling 9-1-1
  • The Department of Public Safety 856-256-4911
• Wait for instructions from emergency responders (e.g., Police Dispatchers, Police, Bomb Squad, etc.)
• Do not activate the fire alarm, unless instructed to do so by emergency responders.
• If found do not touch or handle the suspicious package.